Special Education Teacher - Split Resource Program; RSP and Academic Core Program; ACP

Position: Special Education Teacher - Split Resource Support Program (RSP) and Academic Core Program (ACP[...]

Overview

Special Education Teacher - Split Resource Support Program (RSP) and Academic Core Program (ACP) - Secondary. We will review applications from candidates who are approaching graduation.

Location:

Federal Way, Washington.

Employment type:

Full-Time. Pay:
Competitive.

Details

• Req#: 11240
• Position Type: 24-25 Certificated - Location / Special Education - Secondary
• Date Posted: 8/9/2024
• Location:
  
  Sequoyah Middle School
• Date Available:
  
  09/03/2024
• Hours per Day: 7.5 hours per day
• Days of the Week:
  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Days per Year: 180

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliant Individual Education Plans (IEP) and other compliance documents.
• Develop, implement, and adjust appropriate programming to provide access to a student’s Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
• Provide interventions and systematic purposeful instruction at student’s instructional level linking district initiatives and grade level expectations to IEP.
• Coordinate with general education teachers to address students’ instructional needs in order to support further involvement in core instruction.
• Design and implement intervention based on student assessment and evaluation.
• Collect and utilize data and frequent ongoing progress monitoring systems to inform instructional decisions or revisions.
• Design and implement appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Train and supervise para educators.
• Provide individualized inclusion opportunities.

Qualifications

• Required
  :
• A current Washington State Teacher’s Certificate with a Special Education Endorsement
• Additional Requirements: Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis
• Preferred: Training or experience in serving students with mild to moderate disabilities;
  Proficiency in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and developing Behavior Intervention Plans;
  Training and/or experience teaching students who have been impacted by trauma and neglect;
  Bilingual

Conditions of Employment and Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Criminal background clearance
• Washington State Driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Possess and maintain a current district-approved CPR/First Aid card within 90 days of employment. District approved courses must include hands-on and written exam.
• Complete the Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available class and maintain certification annually. (Elementary level RSP only.)
• Knowledge of:
  School board policies and procedures;
  Computer systems and various software programs;
  Evidence-based classroom and behavior management practices
• Ability to:
  Plan, implement, and evaluate individualized programs for students;
  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, and community members;
  Communicate effectively;
  Work effectively under varying levels of pressure;
  Intervene in situations of imminent likelihood of serious harm using district approved Right Response techniques;
  Comply with policies;
  Organize and perform duties independently;
  Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and service providers;
  Work collaboratively with District staff;
  Practice safety, ethics, and confidentiality;
  Relate effectively with diverse communities;
  Perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities related to cultural competence and equity as described.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical demands typical of classroom and school settings; reasonable accommodations available.
• Work indoors; frequent interruptions; exposure to infectious diseases; moderate noise level.

Work Schedule and Reporting

• School year schedule.
• Reports to and evaluated by a building administrator, department director, or designee.

Additional Information

Notice:
Talent and Equal Opportunity Employer statements apply. See notice and ADA accommodations in the job posting. Federal law requires new hires to complete Form I-9 and present documents proving identity and work eligibility. An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) may be used in hiring decisions. For accessibility accommodations, contact the employer as listed in the posting. This posting may include district-specific forms and references to contract language.

Disclaimer

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status.

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