Specialized Academic Instructor - 1st-3rd Grade - Carlton Hills

Specialized Academic Instructor – Extensive Support Needs 1st–3rd Grade – Carlton Hills – 2026–2027 School Year Job Details

Job : 5663613
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Under the immediate supervision of the site administrator and general direction of the Director of Special Education, and as a member of the school staff, shall provide a functional curriculum for students who have a disability that manifests itself in moderate to severe deficits. A functional curriculum focuses on independent living and vocational skills, emphasizing communication and social skills. Shall assist in other school programs as assigned;

work with other District employees and parents in creating an overall school environment conducive to learning for the students in the District.

• Compile and analyze data as required for documentation and program planning.
• Comply with state and federal regulations and District procedures regarding implementation of IDEA.
• Maintain accurate special education records and logs for individual students.
• Maintain personal standards of dress and grooming in accordance with District policy.
• Maintain standard of promptness in carrying out assignments.
• Maintain understanding of grade-level content standards and implement current educational practices acquired through professional literature, and by attending conferences and site and District meetings.
• Meet obligations as specified by the Education Code and Board Policy.
• Participate in District and school activities such as staff meetings, staff development, trainings and Professional Learning Community work.
• Participate in school and community-related activities such as School Site Council, PTA special projects, etc.
• Share responsibility for the effective operation of the school program

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
• Consult with general education classroom teachers and DIS providers regarding individual student’s IEPs.
• Coordinate assessment procedures with IEP team members, e.g., gather data, conduct evaluation procedures, write evaluation reports, and communicate with parents and teachers.
• Coordinate IEP development, e.g., schedule meeting dates, contact participants, assist parents, and other activities necessary to develop and complete IEPs.
• Coordinate special education services with general education school programs.
• Implement an appropriate behavioral classroom management system and assist general education teachers in implementing behavior goals and plans; after training, conduct safe physical restraints when a student is in danger of harming self or others.
• Participate in consultation and Student Study Team meetings as appropriate.
• Plan, develop, evaluate and implement appropriate Individualized Education Program.
• Provide instructional services through a functional curriculum to individuals, small groups and whole class using research-based materials and interventions in order to fulfill the objectives specified on the written Individualized Education Programs.
• Provide resource information/materials to parents and staff and provide in-service training to general education staff as applicable.
• Provide timely and effective early intervention assistance (Response to Intervention Model) for students struggling with academics and/or behavior.
• Serve as Case Manager, of assigned students only, to monitor student progress on a regular basis and manage the review and revision of IEPs
• Understand and organize subject matter for student learning based on student developmental readiness.
• Use appropriate technology to provide instruction to students and communication with students, parents and staff.

• Perform specialized health care procedures such as catheterization, gastric tube feeding, suctioning, or other services after training and under the monitoring of the District nurse.
• Assist students with diapering, changing, and other toileting issues; may include lifting students and assisting in transfers.
• Assist students with social, hygiene, and prevocational skills.
• Ass…