Tier III Autism Teacher; FTE Con Job Kennewick area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

Position: 23261: Tier III Autism Teacher (1.0 FTE Con)

Job Description

COMPLETION OF SAFE SCHOOLS WEB BASED TRAINING IS REQUIRED AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Qualifications

Valid Washington State Teacher's Certificate with endorsement in Special Education
Satisfactory Evaluations
Provide basic education assistance in core subject areas and prepare lessons
Evidence of at least one full year of successful school teaching experience documented with satisfactory evaluations within the last five years
Demonstrated success in managing and modifying disruptive student behaviors, executive functioning deficits, and social/personal/responsibility behaviors associated with students with Autism
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with MDT and Community Based Learning Sites
Knowledge of and experience in teaching the six trait writing model and math Common Core Standards to special need students
Participate in team teaching situations with general educators
Experience in curriculum development
Experience utilizing computer technology for word processing, spreadsheet activities, presentation, grading, attendance recording, and e‑mail communication, and implementing these into daily classroom use
Ability to motivate and instruct students of all ability levels with emphasis on individualized learning styles in the regular classroom and integrated settings
Maintaining a positive, productive learning climate within the classroom, parents, and colleagues
Demonstrated leadership in professional activities related to special education
Experience developing career awareness in students, applying skills, aptitudes, and interests to researching specific careers
Punctual and consistent attendance

Responsibilities

Be responsible for the educational programming of students with autism in grades 9‑12 as placed by the district

Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence of preparation upon request

Participate in the development of an integrated curriculum with other curricular area classes and its implementation into instruction

Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) including school‑to‑work transition components

Maintain current IEPs and monthly student information reports and serve as the IEP case manager for students on the caseload

Plan appropriate programs for students in conjunction with Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) members and parents

Write goals and objectives that facilitate and measure student growth

Regularly monitor student progress, making changes in programming if appropriate

Assume responsibility for the productive use of classroom educational assistants

Communicate regularly and proactively with students and parents regarding progress and behavior

Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with others

Attend and participate in faculty and team meetings

Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and administrative regulations

Maintain the confidentiality of student and family information

Consult with administrators, regular education teachers, community agencies, the court system, and specialists about the educational programming of students with disabilities, as appropriate

Work with school and district level experts in designing a personal, social, and responsibility program to best fit the needs of the students in the program

Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, push or pull up to 50 lbs, sit, kneel, crouch, twist and bend, and use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
Communicate effectively in person and by telephone; possess close, far, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus
Lift or move up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 100 lbs, including lifting overhead; may need to move quickly in an emergency or while supervising students

Work Environment

The work environment is outdoors in a wide range of temperatures from ‑10 °F to 100 °F+. Employees may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Noise level is moderate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, sensory, mental or physical disability, or use of a trained dog, guide or service animal by a person with a disability. For questions and complaints of alleged discrimination, contact B.J. Wilson (Section 504, Title IX) or Dr.

Thomas Brillhart (Civil Rights & Equity).

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