Special Education Interventionist; Grades 3

Issued

Washington County Board of Education

Monitoring

Review:
Annually

Descriptor

Code

Descriptor Term:

Special Education - SPED Teacher

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Rescinds

Issued Date:

05/10/2024

Issued

Job Title:

SPED Teacher

Education:

Bachelor's degree required.

Department/Group:
Student Supports - Special Education

Certificates & Licenses:
Valid license with appropriate endorsement acceptable to the state of Tennessee Department of Education;
First Aid and CPR certification preferred; must have or be willing to obtain Conflict Resolution/Restraint Training

Required Testing:
Pre-employment Physical Exam

Level/Salary Range:
Certified Pay Scale

Continuing Education/Training:
Maintain state license requirements;
Participate in ongoing professional development and training related to RTI2A & B, special education referrals and eligibility, assessment protocols and procedures.

HR Contact: HR Director or HR Generalist;
Position Type:
Full Time

Job Category:
Certified;
Clearances:
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Job Description

Purpose:

The Special Education Teacher role was established to coordinate and provide developmentally appropriate educational services for students with diverse abilities. They adapt programming to address the cognitive, physical, social-emotional, behavioral, and communication needs of students with identified disabilities. They are also responsible for maintaining required documents and conducting all necessary actions as outlined through federal and state regulations.

• Assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the classroom, may include general education classroom in conjunction with the general classroom teacher.
• Provides direct instruction within the classroom, small group, and/or 1:1 setting.
• Develops and maintains student IEPs in Educational Management System and conducts parent meetings with fidelity in order to articulate student progress towards IEP goals.
• Cooperatively designs and implements IEPs that focus on improving areas of skill deficits ? Celebrates the achievements and successes of students
• Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other materials, considering factors such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the students.
• Employs special education strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory.
• Employs and follows de-escalation and isolation/restraint strategies.
• Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other materials, considering factors such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the students.
• Utilizes special teaching tools, techniques, and equipment.
• Utilizes active teaching strategies which incorporate cooperative learning, audio-visual/technological advances, and/or other "leading edge" techniques.
• Uses formative/summative assessment data and progress monitoring data to drive instruction. ? Fosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults.
• Collaborates with school staff members to provide guidance regarding appropriate accommodations, modifications, and assessment of curriculum and instruction for students.
• Model instruction using effective strategies and methodologies for students with academic, behavioral and social challenges.
• Maintains effective, developmentally appropriate student management techniques in all settings. ? Discusses students' areas in need of support and progress with students, parents, and administration and suggests corrective action as needed.
• Accurately maintains/prepares, in a timely manner, all reports/data required by Federal and State Law (IDEA) and the Board of Education.
• Administers diagnostic tests and monitors students' progress on a regular basis.
• Seeks a variety of services through community resources and agencies to meet the needs of exceptional students.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.). ? Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress.
• Directs student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers. ? Maintains a high level of personal integrity and strong work ethic.
• Assumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance.
• Participates in a variety of meetings and trainings.
• Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and…