Special Education Teacher - Autism - West Seaford Elementary

Special Education Teacher - Autism - West Seaford Elementary -  School Year

Essential Job Functions

• Applies strategies and techniques to foster independence, self-reliance and social skills.
• Delivers lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and in conduct of instructional exercises.
• Monitors student's progress regarding individual educational plans and goals.
• Monitors individual students and/or small groups of students with autism in a variety of instructional activities as a follow‑up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior.
• Uses a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instruction level of children with autism.
• Monitors students during classroom activities, recesses, and field trips.
• Operates and assists students in the operation of a variety of instructional aids and media and computer assisted instructional equipment.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and positive learning environment.
• Depending on students' needs, assists students with basic personal care activities such as dressing, toileting or bathroom including catheterization, feeding and grooming.
• Uses good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students and to assist in medical emergencies.
• Assists students on and off the bus as needed.
• Administers a variety of tests and records results.
• Attends specialized training as required.

• Behavior management strategies and techniques relating to students with Autism.
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.
• Quickly recognize and respond to emergencies pertaining to a variety of student medical conditions.
• Assist students with basic personal care activities such as dressing or toileting as needed.
• Utilize a variety of instructional materials and procedures to enhance a positive educational environment.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other district office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Develops and adheres to Individualized Educational Plan, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child.
• Meets with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year.
• Work with children who can vary from mild to severe disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goal’s.

Works in standard office and school building environments.

• Certification/License:
  Delaware State Certification as 1573 Teacher of Students with Autism or Students with Severe Intellectual Disabilities.
• Subject or area certification also required. A category certificate may not be issued alone and an educator shall hold at least one subject or area certification.
• Successful candidates must provide evidence of successful PRAXIS II scores or a valid out of state teaching license.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Education:
  
  Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Exceptional Children/Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Graduating with a bachelor or a master’s degree, with a major in special education and with a concentration in autism and severe intellectual disabilities, from an NCATE specialty organization recognized educator preparation program or from a state approved educator preparation program, offered by a regionally accredited college or university.