A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
Building Principals and Director of Special Services Supervises:
N/A
Qualifications:
Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Special Education or related field. CPI Certification
Job Goal:
Provide support at the site and district level to ensure appropriate behavior modification interventions are implemented to maximize student learning.
Employment Terms:
10 month Contract
Generally - 7 Hour 20 Minute Day, Exclusive of a (30) Minute Duty Free Lunch
FLSA Classification:
Exempt
Evaluation:
Annually by Site Principal
Physical Demands:
This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA - it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.
Regular Requirements:
Stand for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 100 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands and operate equipment; repetitive use of fingers and hands to operate equipment
Occasional Requirements:
Ability to administer CPR and First Aid
Visual Requirements:
Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus
Hearing/Speaking Requirements:
Adequate to exchange information
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Implements behavior modification techniques with students who have needs for behavior support at any site.
Assists site principals and teachers with behavior modification interventions.
Assists site CART Teams in designing appropriate interventions for students referred with behavioral deficiencies.
Provides ideas and support with the development and implementation of student behavior plans.
Monitors progress of student behavior plans goals.
Complies with all Individualized Education Plans.
Carries an IEP caseload and provides services as needed if employee has credentials. (not required) Uses formative and summative data to guide instruction and monitor progress
Monitors student progress toward IEP goals.
Monitors student behavior in areas outside of the classroom, during lunch, recess, bus time, general education classes, and school assemblies.
Prepares and timely submits all required reports and evaluations for each assigned student.
Completes all required special education paperwork in a timely manner to meet compliance deadlines if caseload is carried. Attends and participates in all required meetings and conferences, including professional development and planning meetings.
Maintains complete and accurate student records, including attendance, performance and discipline records.
Provides professional and regular feedback to students, staff and parents, ensuring compliance with all laws and district policies and procedures.
Regularly participates in appropriate professional development opportunities, Including behavior modification training/education. Complies with all federal, state and local laws, and board policies and procedures.
Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.
Maintains contact with parents and/or students via phone or written communications.
Performs all other tasks as supervisor may assign.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$40,662.20 Per Year
Job Requirements
Contact Information
Jennifer Dye, HR Director
613 E. Grand
Ponca City, Oklahoma 74601
Phone:
580-718-3845
Email:
boylej@pcps.us
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