Community Based Pre-School SPED Teacher_Collins

Job Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in special education and/or pursuing special education certification in a content area is desirable.

Certification or Licensure: Meets Georgia state certification requirements in an appropriate field of education. Special Education Preschool Endorsement preferred.

Skills: Knowledge of learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, child development, behavior management, and assessment. Must be knowledgeable in methods of teaching elementary reading and math if seeking an elementary position.

Work Experience: Student teaching in the specific area of exceptionality or two years of teaching experience in the specific area of exceptionality (learning disabilities, mental retardation, autism spectrum disorder, or emotional disabilities) preferable at a level appropriate to the assignment (elementary or secondary), other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

This position is responsible for providing direct and indirect services/instruction to students with disabilities and their families in a home-based or community/facility-based setting and works in collaboration with the general education teacher. Facilitate the evaluation and Individual Education Program (IEP) process under the direction of the director of special education and special education supervisor.

• Assumes all duties and responsibilities specified for Georgia Teachers in the GTEP record.
• Assists with screening and evaluation of students when requested.
• Prepares initial and post-evaluation/assessment reports and eligibility reports as requested.
• Serves as a member of the Eligibility/IEP team to assist in determining programs and/or placements for students with disabilities. Prepare, review, and present evaluation reports and draft goals and objectives at staffing in collaboration with parents, teachers, and other support agencies.
• Assumes responsibility for planning, evaluation, and supervision of the performance of the paraprofessional.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, RCSS policy, and administrative regulation. Maintain lesson plans, progress reports, home visit/community-based reports, data sheets, time sheets, travel reports, and other documents.
• Develop curriculum, select and/or adapt instructional materials and equipment for maintenance of student educational programming. Establish and provide toys and materials lending services to families.
• Identifies additional needs of students and/or families and makes referrals or seeks consultation from the person responsible for addressing this need.
• Delivers services and provides appropriate instruction to students as specified in IEP.
• Participates in professional development activities designed to advance teacher knowledge in instruction, best practices, and differentiated instruction. Changes in educational policy and other information may be necessary to improve classroom instruction and programming for students with disabilities.
• Establishes and maintains contact with outside service providers working with a student on the teacher’s caseload to provide an integrated educational program.
• Establishes relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.
• Participates in preschool/Pre-K conferences, RTI/SST meetings, and other events within the regular education process as part of the consultation process for current students or the transition process for past students being monitored.
• Collaborates with special education personnel in the appropriate assignment and educational planning of students with disabilities, recognizing that early detection and remediation of individual problems will prevent later difficulties.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Meets required deadlines for annual reviews and eligibility redetermination.
• Assists students with other needs as appropriate; such as toileting, feeding, etc.
• Takes all…