Special Education Learning Specialist

North Wasco County School District 21 Elementary Schools - The Dalles, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

District Focus

North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for the position of a Elementary Special Education Learning Specialist (Temporary). We are very proud of our District and the teachers, administrators, and support staff that provides the best education possible for the children of our community. Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team.

District Mission
: “Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready.”

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SALARY:

$47,930-$95,933 (Non-PERS eligible)

$50,988-$102,055 (PERS eligible)

Job Purpose Statement: The Special Education Learning Specialist promotes and develops successful learning for students who are eligible for IDEA services, with a primary focus of instruction . The Learning Specialist collaborates with the Special Education Facilitator in the development and revision of IEP’s, manages an assigned caseload, maintains regular communication with those students, their parents, and appropriate staff members.

Job Qualifications & Licensure:

• BA/BS or higher degree (required) with a major in one or more of the following areas:
  Curriculum, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Psychology, Reading, Early Childhood Education, or similar.
• Valid Oregon Teaching License and endorsement(s) from the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission in the State of Oregon; and displays a willingness to teach any qualified subject area.
• Must hold a current recognized first aid card or be willing to obtain the same if directed by the district under ORS 342.664 (2).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The special education Learning Specialist assists students by:
• Collaborating in evaluation of students to determine whether a disability exists
• Collaborating with the Special Education Facilitator in the development of IEPs for the identified students
• Providing an appropriate program to address the IEP goals and objectives
• Collecting data from probes and systematic observations to monitor progress towards goals and objectives
• Selecting specific activities, materials, and methods related to diagnostic findings and recommendations from the evaluation team
• Developing and implementing effective behavior management programs to increase appropriate behavior, providing assistance for programs established in the regular classroom
• Adapting and modifying instruction and materials to provide more support for students with disabilities in the regular classroom
• Participating in the creation and implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessments, Behavior Support Plans and Safety Plans

• 2. The Special Education Learning Specialist assists the classroom teacher by:
• Providing the teacher with relevant information about any children with disabilities in their classroom
• Cooperating in developing instructional programs by providing materials, suggestions, techniques, and resources for students in their classroom
• Conducting teacher inservice meetings designed to increase teacher competence in identifying and remediating learning difficulties
• Collaborating to adapt and modify instruction and/or materials to provide more support for students with disabilities in the regular classroom

• The Special Education Learning Specialist supports the child’s family/guardian by:
• Communicating frequently about the child's progress
• Sending home written progress reports every trimester
• Coordinating ancillary and community services for the child
• Consulting with other professionals and outside agencies regarding the child when appropriate

• 4. The Special Education Learning Specialist supports the school and/or District by:
• Performing other duties as assigned
• Training and supporting educational assistants by creating schedules, providing lesson plans, and directions for programs

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND/OR ABILITIES

• Knowledge of interventions, strategies, and programs to support the behavior of all students.
• Knowledge of an ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction.
• Working knowledge of special education due process requirement.
• Ability to use appropriate behavior modification techniques with students
• Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal…