Teacher, Special Education RISE - Harmon Job at J.O. Combs Unified School District

J.O. Combs Unified School District San Tan Valley, AZ

Position Goal: While under the direct supervision of the Campus Principal the Teacher will provide sound and consistent instruction to students, modifying curriculum as needed, to support academic growth that enables each student to reach their full potential.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Hold a valid AZ certification in Special Education in either SLD or cross categorical

Highly Qualified as required by IDEA 2004

Master Degree in Special Education (preferred)

Knowledge of the characteristics of students on the Autism Spectrum preferred

Knowledge of the instructional delivery needs for students on the Autism Spectrum preferred

Knowledge of ABA strategies preferred

Knowledge of TEACCH strategies preferred

Knowledge of sensory integrations techniques preferred

Knowledge of Arizona Special Education statutes and IDEA law

Knowledge of classroom-based assessments to drive instruction

Knowledge of basic special education procedures and deadlines

Skill in both oral and written communication

Skill in modifying grade level Arizona College an Career Ready Standards to the functional level of each student

Skill in providing direct instruction and interventions at the functional level of each student

Skill in using computers, SMARTboard and other equipment and materials to supplement instructional presentation

Skill in delivering instructions to students on the Autism spectrum preferred

Ability to assess student needs through academic assessments

Ability to write goals and implement instructional strategies based on assessments

Ability to develop and implement an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administration and the community;

Ability to collaborate and work in teams

Ability (If appropriate) to maintain current NCI, First Aid, and CPR certification

Ability to create and update special education records using online IEP system

Ability to utilize assistive technology

Ability to supervise and direct paraprofessionals

Essential duties and Responsibilities:
Supports the Mission, Vision and goals of JO Combs Unified School District. I nstruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance as needed

Provides support for toileting and/or change diapers as needed for dependent students

Supports and/or feed students as needed

Supervises 1:1 paraprofessionals and/or nursing providers as needed

Plans and implements direct instruction in all subject areas as needed per IEP

Maintains the physical environment of the classroom for organization and maximum instructional opportunities

Supervises paraprofessionals

Trains paraprofessionals to support students in general education classes both academically and behaviorally

Trains paraprofessionals to take data on goals

Instructs individuals and groups

Monitors student progress

Tracks data on monitoring and on IEP goals

Adapts or Modifies curriculum as needed for appropriate instructional level of students

Follow special education department procedures for developing, holding, and turning in student documentation including, but not limited to, IEPs, MET reports, Progress notes, and report cards

Maintains effective contact with parents

Administers, scores and writes reports for achievement testing when appropriate

Collaborates with general education teachers having students on IEPs in their classes

Participates in PLCs when appropriate

Ensures appropriate accommodations are in place for general education classroom teacher to implement

Participates in professional development in the district and outside of the district when appropriate

Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as required

Other duties as assigned

Develops an IEP for each student

Conducts IEPs in “real time”

Serves as team member for FBA and PBIP plans

Administers assessments to students on case load, included but not limited to: STARS, DIBELS, Career Inventories, state-wide test

If appropriate, develops transition plans outlining specific steps to prepare students for post-secondary study

May be required to participate in student’s meetings which occur beyond the staff’s work assignment schedule

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly require to move about the classroom and campus and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools, controls and to reach with hands and arms, bend stoop, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Salary Schedule: Certified Initial Salary Placement

Benefits: As per District policy

Evaluation: A nnual

Contract: 10 months, 198 days

Hours: 40 weekly

Reports To: Principal and Director of Special Education

FLSA Status : Exempt

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer for Title IX , Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, 43371 N Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5318 and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Student Services, 43371 N Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 no discrimina en base a la raza, el color, la religión, el origen nacional, el sexo, la discapacidad, la edad, o la orientación sexual para la admisión y su acceso a sus programas, servicios, actividades, o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones y proporciona un acceso igualitario a los Boys Scouts y otro grupos de jóvenes designados. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 tampoco discrimina en sus prácticas de empleo y contratación. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar las preguntas en cuanto a las polízas de no discriminación: Funcionario de Cumplimiento de Título IX, Asistente Superintendente, 43371 N Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5318 and Funcionario de Cumplimiento para la Sección 504/ADA, Director de Servicios Estudiantiles, 43371 N Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300.


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