Special Education Resource Teacher

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SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM TEACHER

SITE ADMINISTRATOR AND/OR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

Minimum 186 days/year minus 5 days for the 26-27 school year.

Licensed Personnel Salary

Schedule:

$53,300 - $90,075 (+1 DAY) minus 5 days of salary for the 26-27 school year.

Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.

Exempt

Under the direction of the site administration, perform professional instructional work of moderate difficulty in guiding students toward gaining knowledge and skills to become productive citizens. Teach academic, affective, behavioral, prevocational, and vocational subjects and skills to eligible students with handicaps in the school, community, and/or home setting, adapting teaching techniques and methods to meet individual student needs. Determine individual needs of disabled students and program accordingly.

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students, motivate them to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge; and maintain positive relationships with parents and staff.

• Plan curriculum, prepare lessons, and arrange materials/equipment based on the Individual Education Plan (IEP); meet all state and federal mandates for IEP development, maintenance, and IDEA eligibility.
• Instruct students in academic, affective, prevocational/vocational, and/or life skills based upon the IEP.
• Deliver services to students by collaborating with regular and special education specialists through the school, community, and home.
• Confer with staff to facilitate students’ learning in the Least Restrictive Environment as per the IEP.
• Maintain knowledge of the continuum of services and assist IEP teams in appropriate student placement.
• Administer appropriate ability and achievement tests and interpret results.
• Observe, evaluate, prepare and maintain records and reports on student progress.
• Support the continued improvement of special education programs through training and piloting various initiatives.
• Chair IEP meetings and oversee the development and implementation of the IEP.
• Configure the appropriate continuum of services based on student needs.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes at the designated locations and times.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, and communicate clear objectives to students for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, translate lesson plans into learning experiences, and provide written evidence of preparation upon supervisor request.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location and the needs and capabilities of each student.
• Identify differences in needs, abilities, and interests among students and provide appropriate instruction to meet those differences.
• Collect, analyze, and report on data for state and district reports.
• Provide transition assessments, planning, and agency coordination for students and families requiring additional assistance due to specialized needs.
• Administer group standardized tests and proficiency tests in accordance with district testing programs and IEP requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and regulations.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students and maintain equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Develop and maintain a code of conduct for the classroom consistent with administrative policies.
• Make provisions for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes during the scheduled workday when required.
• Plan and participate in professional improvement activities, including courses, readings, in-service training, and conferences.
• Establish and maintain two‑way communication with parents, students, and staff in a constructive…