Temporary Elementary Behavior Program Teacher - Self Contained; SY

Temporary Elementary Behavior Program Teacher - Self Contained  SY)

Salary Range: Licensed Salary Schedule (Please note that this position is 190 days with 5 paid holidays, paid sick leave and paid flexible personal leave (3 days per year). If hired after the start of the school year, days and leave are pro‑rated. The McMinnville School District provides generous personal and family benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage.)

Reports to: Director of Student Services or designee

Job Summary: To implement the IEP for identified students who demonstrate severe emotional and behavioral problems which significantly interfere with their educational programs.

• Participates in the identification (assessment) and program planning needs for children with severe emotional and behavioral problems.
• Works with school, ESD personnel, parents and outside agencies in developing IEP’s.
• Provides special education for identified students via direct service delivery, teacher consultation, materials adaptation, etc.
• Provides training to education staff (teachers, specialists, assistants, etc.)
• Consults with the regular classroom teacher to ensure that basic academic skills are mastered.
• Conducts annual parent/teacher conferences to revise the IEP.
• Conducts annual parent/teacher conferences to orient parents to classroom procedures that could be reinforced and extended to the home.
• Provides an appropriate learning environment to facilitate eventual re‑integration into the regular classroom.
• Complies with specifications established by I.D.E.A.
• Provides behavior management programs to control atypical behavior and increase appropriate behavior.
• Serves as a resource to parents of students with disabilities.
• Participates in on‑going professional development (coursework, workshops, professional reading, etc) as it relates to special education.
• Carries out leadership responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Student Services or Special Education Coordinator.
• Maintains records, reports, and documentation as required by District Student Services Programs.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Responsible for being familiar with the school/district policies and procedures which govern the work.
• Prompt and regular attendance is required.

• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participate in various meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one's skills/knowledge.

• Valid Oregon Teaching License with Special Education endorsement.
• Thorough understanding of philosophy and methods relevant to supported education.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and parents.
• Experience in assessment of and service delivery to students with Individualized Education Plans and I.D.E.A. regulations.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness in the areas of curriculum modification for special needs students.
• Willingness to work with district personnel in the development of district‑wide supported education projects.
• Experience and willingness to work with severe emotional and behavioral problems.
• Ability to work cooperatively and harmoniously as a team member.
• Ability to plan, organize, and work without close supervision.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with District personnel and the public.
• Maintain confidential information and the privacy of District staff, students, and families.
• Carry out work responsibilities effectively under pressure of deadlines, interruptions, and new or emergency situations.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to respect confidential information.
• Computer skills to include use of word processing programs, database programs and the Google Suite of products.

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