Intern Education Specialist

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This application must be completed in a single session. You will not be able to save your progress, so please ensure you have enough time to complete the entire application and have all required documents ready to attach before beginning. Incomplete submissions cannot be saved or resumed.

Application Preparation Checklist (Before You Begin)

To complete this application in one session, please have the following items ready to upload:

* Copy of Transcripts

Unofficial or official college transcripts for all coursework completed.

* Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation on letterhead written within the past two years, including one from a direct supervisor.

* Resume

* Cover Letter

* Copy of Credential

In addition, you will be asked to respond to seven long-answer questions.

Please ensure you have adequate time to thoughtfully complete these responses before starting the application.

BASIC FUNCTION/DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Altus Schools is an educational option for students in grades K-5 and 6-12. The instructional design is based on a

"University Model." Students work independently and attend tutoring sessions. Students come at scheduled times

to maintain a safe environment and supportive school culture. The course of study is based on the California State

Framework.

Altus Schools is seeking competent, energetic, student-centered educators with exceptional management and

organizational skills, who understand youth, are able to motivate students, set high expectations, welcome

accountability, and are good team players.

An Altus Schools Intern Education Specialist will:
1) provide support for the instructional program for students with special needs,
2) maintain and create accurate records for special education students,
3) provide on-going student assessment and evaluation,
4) provide on-going planning with instructional staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

* Writes and implements all components of the Individualized Education Plan.

* Develops educational plans for the purpose of meeting the individual needs of unique learners.

* Evaluates students for the purpose of identifying student needs and maintain accurate records

* Teaches/instructs students for the purpose of ensuring successful progress towards student's goals and

objectives.

* Coordinates services for students as delineated in the IEP.

* Consults/collaborates with staff, parents, and non- public agencies for the purpose of ensuring appropriate

delivery of services

* Maintains accurate special education records and adheres to special education timelines on compliance

issues

* Conducts home visits as necessary to enhance student engagement.

* Contributes and collaborates with special education department

* Participates on a department with a specific focus on curriculum, college and career readiness, equity and inclusion, or data and technology systems integration.

* Creates and maintains community partnerships and serves as a key participant in the organization's marketing plan

* Administer, score, and interpret academic assessment testing and develop applicable goals and objectives

for student services.

* Support general education staff in developing individualized Pathways Personalized Education Plan (PPEP)

for each student

* Provide consultant services to regular Resource Center Instructors and ancillary staff.

* Evaluate effectiveness of strategies and techniques used and adjust instruction and delivery

* Work with teachers to develop and maintain teaming/communication

* Modify core curriculum and implement appropriate teaching strategies

* Responsible for developing, implementing, and participating in regular and ongoing marketing and community

outreach activities and events to ensure students and parents are aware of the school as a free public option

* Responsible for developing, implementing, and participating in regular and ongoing student retention activities and strategies to ensure no student drops out and that continued academic engagement is present

* Customarily and regularly exercises discretion and independent judgement on issues that significantly impact

special education student outcomes.

* Perform other duties as assigned or changed with or without notice.

* Maintain consistent and regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND REQUIREMENTS:

* Knowledge of different common disabilities and instructional strategies

* Executive functioning instruction and supporting social skills development.

* Various formal academic assessment tools in reading, language arts, and mathematics. Such as the WJIV,

KTEA

* Strategies for student motivation.

* Instructional strategies involving computerization.

* Secondary curriculum including advanced mathematics

* Cooperative learning models Universal Design for Learning

* IEP timelines and procedures

* Laws and regulations related to special education.

* SEIS knowledge preferred

* Work with students from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

* Possession of a valid California driver's license and reliable transportation

* TB Clearance

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