ELR Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Early Learning Room teacher provides a stimulating and enriching environment for students with special needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Appropriate classroom instruction experience preferred.

* Responsible for the preparation and development of all lesson plans and confirming that these plans are designed to meet the goals of each child's developmental needs.

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively/cooperatively with student, parent and staff.

* CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain.

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively/cooperatively with student, parent and staff.

* Proven employment record illustrating warmth, patience, ability to adapt to changing environment, consistency, tolerance, empathy, trust, reliability, strong moral character, good attendance, sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality.

* Ability to organize materials and time efficiently and to keep neat, accurate records.

* Shall have good academic skills in reading, writing and math.

* Ability to ensure the physical safety of the student which may require running.

* Able to collect and analyze data.

* Encourage and engage children in an Active Learning Environment.

* Model and demonstrate developmental appropriate practices.

* Maintain classroom environment and materials in a clean, safe manner with a pleasant atmosphere.

* Assist students when needed with toileting needs, including assisting with bathroom accidents.

* Supervise bus arrivals and departures and possibly riding the bus with students when necessary.

* Assist with children's outdoor weather attire before releasing them to go home.

* Communicate and involve parents in the education of their child.

* Participate in programs special events.

* Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job.

* Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Students, student aides and parent helpers.

OTHER

SKILLS and ABILITIES

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on district objectives and the needs and abilities of students. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication. Ability to work with staff, parents and children.

ENDORSEMENTS

Special Education teacher with endorsements CI, EI, or LD.

EOE