Teacher - Special Education - Home Tutor​/Bound​/Private Schools

Special Education Teacher - Home Tutor, Home Bound, Private Schools

Educate students by planning, developing, and delivering a course of study according to student learning objectives, district/building curriculum guidelines and student assessment data. Students may be served in home, at private schools, or other locations around the district as well as virtual options. Students served may also be suspended or needing to access IEP services while out of school on a temporary basis.

Implement the educational program, comprehensive relates services and accommodations and modifications as outlined in the students Individual Education Plan (IEP)

Participate in the development and review of IEPs, including writing goals and objectives for identified needs using standardized and classroom based assessment data

Monitor the implementation of IEPs, including school-wide implementation of modification/accommodations and progress toward goals and objectives

Act as case manager for the IEP, partnering with parents and working closely with the building team

Utilize para educators as part of a team by providing training, management, direction, and support

Perform teaching responsibilities and accountability procedures as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Special Education Law

Develop and implement effective lesson plans and instructional materials that allow students to utilize and practice higher level thinking skills

Provide for large and small group and individualized instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in learning activities and instruct and monitor students in the use of such

Observe and evaluate student's performance and development and provide appropriate feedback on work utilizing methods such as assigning and grading class work, homework, tests and assignments

Continually assess student progress, and implement effective lessons to meet individual student learning needs as determined by student assessment data

Provide opportunities for students to self reflect and track progress toward learning goals

Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development

Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations

Provide a safe, positive and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the policies and procedures of the school building and the district

Work as an effective member of the grade level/course team to evaluate and improve student learning

Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress in a timely and professional manner

Self-reflect and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional performance to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses and adjust accordingly to reach maximum effectiveness

Washington State teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement/s as required by law and regulation, or ability to obtain said Washington State teaching certificate prior to first contracted day.

Driver's license and reliable transportation to drive to locations around the district.

Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills with parents, colleagues and administration

Demonstrates ability to challenge students academically, to promote highest level of learning

Demonstrates comprehensive content knowledge as it relates to state standards

Demonstrates knowledge and experience in various forms of assessment including student self-assessment, formative assessment, portfolios and anecdotal records

Demonstrates ability to make data-driven instructional decisions

Exhibits the ability to build a positive learning environment including modeling respect and honoring the dignity of all students, staff and parents

Demonstrates effective classroom management procedures that provide for large and small groups, and individuals in an environment conducive to learning

Demonstrates ability to develop rapport with students

Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress

Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with a team, contributing in a positive way

Exhibits a commitment to on-going professional learning including demonstrating the ability to develop professionally in areas of the school and district focus

Demonstrates knowledge and application of current technology with a multimedia approach to instruction and management of instruction

Has training or experience with the following;
Balanced Literacy, Modifying Curriculum, Social/Adaptive Skills Training, Writing Social Stories, Mandt, Crisis Cycle, Six Traits, and Appropriate Assessments (ie. MSP, QRI, Running Records, and Dibels)

Ability to determine and design interventions…