ESE Teacher

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Instruction

• Prepares for and conducts Parent and student conferencing according to school policy.
• Delivers student instruction in modalities instituted by the school and assigned program (may include but are not limited to: Individual or Group Direct Synchronous Instruction, Learning Support, Life Skills Support, Itinerant Support, Resource Room Support, co-teaching, writing lesson plans, telephone conferencing and instruction, Parent Learning Opportunities).
• Collects data and appropriate work samples.
• Plans and conducts appointments with parents as needed.
• Assists regular education teachers with specially designed instruction when necessary.
• Participates at monthly outings encouraged.
• Provides support for ESE student achievement in the general class through training teachers and assisting with the implementation of school inclusion plans.
• Arranges for and assists with training for inclusionary practices.
• Acts as an informational liaison for inclusion as appropriate.
• Assists with planning for classroom and testing accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Models strategies for inclusionary practices as appropriate.
• Provides assistance with developing and adapting curriculum materials and educational practices to meet the needs of students and teachers.

Monitoring and Compliance

• Collaborates with regular education teachers to monitor student progress and compliance (including student compliance issues, withdrawals, etc.).
• Proctors standardized tests.
• Completes student progress reports four times a year (quarterly).

Special Education Responsibilities

• Maintains IEPs, Quarterly Reports, Progress Monitoring for caseload.
• Develops and Implements IEPs with measurable goals using Progress Monitoring.
• Collects and Reports Progress Monitoring Data for all student goals.
• Conduct IEP meetings within timelines.
• Makes data-driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.
• Completes Quarterly Progress Reports.
• Maintains accurate and compliant special education data (class lists with contact info, related services info, IEP due dates, etc.).
• Completes reevaluations in accordance with Regulations and best practices.
• Completes all special education paperwork accurately, according to regulations, and on time.
• Develops and monitors appropriate transition plans for students of transition age.
• Maintains communication with Related Service Providers and Case Managers to ensure compliance with the provision of services, evaluations, and quarterly progress reports.
• Administers diagnostic assessments as needed.
• Obtains and maintains compliant special education student files.
• Participates in State specific training.
• Attends Professional Development as designated on the school calendar (travel may be required).

Communication

• Communicates with Regular Education Teachers and Administrators when necessary.
• Participates in weekly team meetings.
• Acknowledge e-mails and voice mails within 24 hours (excluding weekends, holidays, etc.).

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• State Certified in Special Education as well as Highly Qualified (HQ) status in the subject areas and grades assigned.
• Certified in at least two areas of Exceptional Education, preferred.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background checks.
• Command of grades/subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation and feedback techniques.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
• Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable.

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