Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at Hugh Cole Elementary School QUALIFICATIONS: 1.Valid R.I. certification as Special Educator 2.Valid R.I. cerification as Early Childhood Educator 3.Demonstrated knowledge of the federal and state regulations governing special education 4.Knowledge of sensory integration strategies 5.Experience supporting students in inclusive school settings 6.Experience serving as a member of a team 7.Experience in supporting/remediating students’ needs in mathematics, reading and phonological-based skills REPORTS TO:Director of Student Support Services and Building Principal JOB GOAL:To identify appropriate supports and accommodations for students with disabilities; to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) with IEP Teams; to serve as Case Manager for students with identified special needs; to implement appropriate instructional interventions for students; to collaborate with general education colleagues. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Plan and implement instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and exposes them to general education curricula. 2.Create a learning environment that is conducive to learning and that addresses students’ needs through age-appropriate means. 3.Implement instructional methods and materials appropriate to meet individual student’s needs. 4.Work with a team to develop measurable and observable educational/behavioral goals and objectives within IEPs that meet the individual needs/abilities of students and adhere to the District’s standards and procedures. 5.Assess students regularly and routinely to document their progress and communicate the results to parents and other teachers. 6.Serve as Case Manager for students with current IEPs, as assigned. 7.Support and consult with colleagues, parents and students regarding supports, interventions and outcomes. 8.Support students in their interactions with their typically developing peers. 9.Utilize appropriate reevaluation instruments as determined by the District for student reevaluation and make accurate determination of individual current students’ performance, needs, strengths and continued eligibility for special services. 10.Submit typed comprehensive reevaluation reports citing educational tests administered with the results and interpretations of those results. 11.Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, for keeping current with the literature, new research findings, improved strategies and instructional techniques and for attending appropriate professional meetings and conferences. 12.Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required. 13.Support District implementation of all policies governing special education, civil rights and education in general. 14.Attendance is an essential function of all BWRSD positions. 15.Assume other duties and assignments that may be made from time to time by the Director of Student Support Services or Building Principal. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Subject to the Master Agreement. EVALUATION:Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the School Committee’s policy on evaluation. Equal Opportunity Employer Bristol Warren Regional School Department is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participates in an equal opportunity investigation. Equal Opportunity Employer Bristol Warren Regional School Department is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participates in an equal opportunity investigation.