Special Education Teacher - Strat II; Wilson

Special Education Teacher
- Strat II () - Wilson

Cedar Rapids Community School District Wilson Middle School
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa Open in Google Maps

SUMMARY: Provides instruction to students with significant disabilities in the 4+ programming.

ENDORSEMENTS: Special Education
- Instructional Strategist II:  K-12

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties or tasks may be assigned.

• Develops and implements programming associated with functional academics and daily living skills to be delivered in a classroom setting and in the community.
• Develops schedules for community activities and oversees community experiences.
• Oversees workplace learning opportunities and assists with job coaching.
• Develops business partnerships for potential worksites for students.
• Supports and implements the district curriculum, standards and benchmarks.
• Collaborates with community partners for various workplace learning opportunities.
• Collaborates with community agencies to connect families to post graduation services.
• Provides active communication and positive relationships with parents and community members.
• Assists in planning and delivery of social/emotional/behavioral programming.
• Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data.
• Meets the 8 Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria on a consistent basis.
• Conducts IEP meetings and completes corresponding paperwork according to IDEA and state/district requirements.
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

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, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree in Education required. Experience in classroom teaching at the secondary level preferred. In addition, the specific skills/educational qualifications for this include:

Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.

Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

• Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.
• Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and his/her own performance.
• Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.
• Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.
• Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
• Won't shy from today's educational challenges.
• Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
• Has a track record of success.
• Works with great integrity.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and…