Special Education Elements Teacher - External

Granite School District Classroom Teacher

Elk Elementary School Essential Elements Teacher Special Education License Area (1.0 FTE) External Applicants Only

Applicant must fall under one of the following licensure categories in order to be considered for a Special Education teaching position in Granite School District:

• Have a Utah Special Education teaching license
• Have a out-of-state Special Education teaching license
• New graduates from teacher preparation programs who have not yet received their official teaching license should upload a conferral letter from their university in place of the license.
• Have at least a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and already been approved for an Associate License through the Utah State Board of Education in Special Education
• Have at least a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, and already been accepted into one of the following university Special Education programs:
• Weber State University
• University of Utah
• Utah State University
• Southern Utah State University
• Western Governor's University
• Brigham Young University
• Westminster College
• Utah Tech University
• Have at least a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university, and are required to successfully enroll in one of the in-state Special Education programs above and be approved for the Associate Educator License program through the Utah State Board of Education within 6 months of hire.

Failure to be approved for the Associate Educator Licensure program within this time frame may jeopardize continuing employment in Granite School District.

Applicants must have officially graduated prior to the position start date. An official copy of the teaching license and degree will be required upon hire.

Mild/Moderate endorsement required. Position begins with the  school year. Preference will be given to teachers who have demonstrated skill in collaboration, and supporting students in general education classrooms in order to provide access to and progress in the general curriculum.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Lindsay Adams, Principal, at  or email lwadams.

Job Title:

Teacher

Department:
School

Supervisor:
School Principal

Salary

Schedule:

Teacher Salary Schedule

Lane Placement: A-G

Contract Length: 9 Months

FLSA Classification:
Exempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASSROOM TEACHER DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, and/or abilities required. Regular presence, attendance, timeliness are essential job functions of this position.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the school principal, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability.

Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction. Implement Proficiency-Based Grading in Student Evaluations.

Essential Functions

• Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the…