District Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained Classroom), 1.0 FTE

District Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained Classroom), 1.0 FTE

The Chariho Regional School District is currently seeking applicants for a 1.0 FTE District Special Education Teacher for a self-contained elementary classroom. The special educator plans and provides for appropriate, rigorous learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. The professional in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aids, accommodations, and other needed supports.

Qualifications:

Rhode Island Department of Education Teaching Certification in All Grades Special Education
- Severe Intellectual Disability Teacher

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
Adheres to the policies and related directives of the Chariho Regional School District. Seeks opportunities for the integration of the curriculum of other disciplines. Promotes the attainment of the District's Mission Vision, and Strategic Plan. Displays strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of the curriculum. Applies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver the curriculum.

Adheres to special education policies, completes relevant paperwork, presents assessment data, and attends and actively contributes to special education meetings. Understands how knowledge is constructed within the discipline. Plans and prepares lessons to optimize learning. Promotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles, adapting instruction to meet the needs of all students, engaging students in rigorous learning experiences, using effective questioning techniques, and relating instruction to the student's life and to prior and future learning.

Designs and implements Individual Educational Plans to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Reinforces strong student effort and excellent student work products. Facilitates student learning through the use of various collaborative grouping structures that are appropriate to the instructional task. Requires students to regularly engage in high-level activities, including but not limited to application and analysis of information.

Administers and interprets various types of assessments. Student progress maintains accurate student records as a result of the monitoring of regular formative and summative assessment of curriculum attainment; adjusts instruction for individuals and groups of students. Communicates regularly with students and parents regarding student academic, behavioral, social, and physical status; communicates immediately with both when there are concerns. Considers student voice in establishing and enforcing effective and positive classroom rules and procedures designed to ensure safety and enhance learning.

Organizes all facets of the instructional delivery system so that all equipment and instructional tools are ready for use, and ensures smooth transitions, maximizes time on task, and guarantees the efficient distribution of resources. Integrates technology to more effectively deliver the curriculum and specially designed instruction. Communicates high and clear expectations. Assists students in monitoring their own progress. Contributes to collaborative planning activities.

Consults and collaborates regularly and professionally with colleagues, students and parents regarding student academic, behavioral, social, and physical status; communicates immediately with all when there are concerns. Takes responsibility for personal professional growth. Participates in school events and in school and/or department improvement efforts. Supervises and assists with the evaluation of others, including but not limited to volunteers and teacher assistants, etc.,

as appropriate. Performs administrative duties, including but not limited to budgeting, ordering of supplies, etc., as appropriate. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills Required:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general public. Ability to calculate figures and amounts. Ability to utilize current technology for instruction, communication, data analysis, and access to research.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific…