LMS Special Education Teacher - Math Emphasis .FTE - One

Position: LMS Special Education Teacher - Math Emphasis .6 FTE - One-Year-Only
Job Title: LMS Special Education Teacher with a Math Emphasis .6 FTE One-Year-Only

Reports to:
Special Education Director/ Building Principal

Bargaining Group:
Clarkston Education Association (CEA)

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment: .6 FTE, 4.5 Hours per Day-Per Bargaining Agreement/Placement on State Cert Salary Schedule, $35,926-$65,140

Education/Certification Valid Washington State Teacher's Certificate with an endorsement in Special Education appropriate for Middle School

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

Works well with others from diverse backgrounds

Demonstrated ability to successfully work with and teach students and staff

Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, IEPs, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, governmental regulations and professional journals

Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and computerize IEPs

Evidence of strong content area instructional capabilities at the middle school level

Evidence of providing for student individual learning

Evidence of training and experience utilizing computer technology for word processing, grading, recording attendance, communicating by e-mail, and implementing these computer programs into daily use in the classroom

Evidence of motivating and instructing students of all ability levels with emphasis on providing for their individual learning styles-basic levels to extensions beyond

Evidence of maintaining a positive, productive learning climate within the classroom as well as with parents and staff

Experience:

Evidence of successful middle school Special Education teaching experience within the last five years preferred

Evidence of training or experience in curriculum instruction of mathematics preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Essential Duties:

Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request

Work pro-actively with all students through the establishment of clear expectations, the use of negotiation and compromise, and the maintenance of regular parent-staff communication regarding progress

Work positively and constructively in a changing school environment, which is focusing on improving student

Participate in the development of curriculum and implementation

Participate in workshops and training sessions that support the department's objectives

Use technology when teaching

Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil

Maintain control of storage and use of school-owned equipment

Select and requisition equipment and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records

Work in a context with multicultural and at-risk students

Knowledge of, and experience in, motivating reluctant students. Create an atmosphere where cultural diversity is a norm

Incorporate technology into the instructional

Be a "team" player by establishing and maintaining cooperative professional relationships with peers

Be innovative and committed to the challenge of change

Be committed to success for all students

Cooperate in schedule changes and accommodate other needs of students

Participate in workshops and training sessions that support building goals

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

Ability to motivate and instruct students of all ability levels with emphasis on providing for individual learning styles (Basic level and extensions beyond basic)

Demonstrated effective communication

Training or experience in advising or coaching student activity

Understanding of school policies and community norms as it pertains to the type of acceptable behavior

Other Duties:

Maintain professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings and other professional development

Create an effective learning environment through student recruitment, dynamic learning opportunities, and student engagement

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator

Maintain IEP caseload, monitor caseload students communicating with staff and counselors for student success

Plan, organize, run IEP meetings as needed on a monthly basis

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May include instructional assistants, volunteers, tutors.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, printer, overhead projector, document camera, copier, fax, and A/V

Non-discrimination Statement:

The Clarkston School District will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities program without discrimination based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

The district will…