Special Education Certificated Teacher Resource

Overview

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This application must be completed in a single session. You will not be able to save your progress, so please ensure you have enough time to complete the entire application and have all required documents ready to attach before beginning. Incomplete submissions cannot be saved or resumed.

Application Preparation Checklist (Before You Begin)

To complete this application in one session, please have the following items ready to upload:

• Copy of Transcripts — Unofficial or official college transcripts for all coursework completed.
• Letters of Recommendation — Two letters of recommendation on letterhead written within the past two years, including one from a direct supervisor.
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of CA 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit

In addition, you will be asked to respond to five long-answer questions. Please ensure you have adequate time to thoughtfully complete these responses before starting the application.

BASIC FUNCTION/DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under the direct supervision of a Special Education Teacher, the successful candidate will assist in the academic program of 6th-12th grade Special Education Students. Special Education Certificated Teacher Resource (CTRs) employees are a key part of our special education team. CTRs will support their Supervising Special Education Teachers by working 40 hours per week. They are role models for our students, and are expected to look, act, and speak, as representatives of the school at all times.

Representative Duties: This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

• Provide one-on-one tutoring to support the goal progress of student IEPs
• Assist in personalizing assignments to meet the individual goals of students
• Conduct informal assessments of IEP student progress
• Use knowledge of individual’s strengths and interests to encourage engagement in varied school and community activities as determined by the instructional team
• Support teachers with resource center management, related to a safe environment and supportive school culture
• Provide least intrusive level of support based on the demands of the learning environment as determined by the instructional team
• Use strategies as determined by the instructional team in a variety of settings to assist in the development of social skills
• Use strategies that promote successful transitions for individuals with IEPs as determined by the instructional team
• Use a variety of positive behavioral supports to enhance an individual’s active participation in activities as determined by the instructional team
• Communicate with SPED Teachers on student progress
• Keep a detailed log of minutes, topics, and interactions with students
• Sign and abide by all testing affidavits
• Assist in the scheduling of IEP meetings
• Communicate to students and parents about appointment reminders, testing dates/times and participation
• Assist teacher with assessment preparation and supervision
• Attend required trainings, meetings or professional development opportunities throughout the school year
• Assist in conducting student home visits
• Help support the students while the teacher is in a meeting or attending a training
• Partner with teachers to make connections within the community
• Maintain a clean, organized learning environment for students
• Responsible for developing, implementing, and participating in regular and ongoing marketing and community outreach activities and events to ensure students and parents are aware of the school as a free public option
• Responsible for developing, implementing, and participating in regular and ongoing student retention activities and strategies to ensure no student drops out and current and previous students are aware of the school as a free public option
• Perform other duties as assigned or changed with or without notice
• Maintain consistent and regular attendance

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• California 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
• Pass a…