Special Education Teacher; Transition Program

Special Education Teacher (18‑21 Transition Program) Terms of Employment

Full‑time, 187 days (Depending on start date). Salary is based on education and experience and will be prorated per our Certified Salary Schedule not to exceed letter I ($50,500 to $80,566).

The District provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, life, and dental insurance. The District provides two medical plans for which it pays the full premium for employees, and a third option is a buy‑up plan for which the district pays the majority of the premium. In addition, the District pays the full employee premium for dental insurance and life insurance.

The District contributes to PERA on each employee’s behalf and offers additional retirement savings options as well as optional supplemental insurance. Employees also receive paid time off. Worker’s compensation and unemployment insurance are provided in accordance with State law.

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Special Education and Coordinator of Special Education, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Specifically, the transition program is responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating individualized transition services for students ages 18‑21 with disabilities.

The teacher provides instruction and support designed to promote independence, employment readiness, community engagement, self‑advocacy, and post‑secondary success. Working collaboratively with students, families, community agencies, employers, and district staff, the teacher develops meaningful educational experiences that align with each student’s IEP and transition goals.

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Provides direct instruction to students with disabilities based on their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Maintains a well‑managed and orderly classroom environment which promotes learning for all students.
• Participates and/or facilitates IEP meetings.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations, and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, and implement IEPs.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Creates a schedule for student needs based on individual IEP service times and communicates this readily to paraprofessionals/other team members who need to know.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in‑service training in guidance.
• Abides by all mandates set forth in state and federal law, as well as local district processes and policies in the provision of…