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

Specialized Academic Instructor

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. Assist with bus boarding and departing. Assist with preparing, serving, and feeding meals and delivering instruction during meals.

Plan, train and coordinate the work of instructional assistants, and as requested by the supervisor, participate in the selection of these employees. Select…