Multi-categorical Special Education Teacher - TES(AM) and SCCHS(PM

Job Posting

Holds appropriate certification in assigned field

Responsible To:
Principal

Employment Term: 200 days

Salary:
Salary based on experience and education level per SCBOE salary schedule.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for planning and implementing Summers County Schools' standards-based curriculum based on applicable state standards.
• Set high classroom standards of academic achievement and behavior.
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs in alignment with state standards.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the school and district philosophy and goals of education and instruction.
• Be accountable for individual student achievement.
• Implement technology skills.
• Be responsible for implementing applicable accommodations and modifications documented with students' Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, SAT, medical accommodations or other relevant documentation.
• Responsible for planning and implementing a collaborative model with special education students and teachers.
• May be responsible for planning & implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips.
• Responsible for planning and implementing teaching methods that addresses learners at all levels and with unique needs.
• Maintain confidentiality as stated by county, state, and federal law.
• Maintain accurate records as required by county, state, and federal law.
• Strong working/communication skills and availability with students, parents and peers.
• Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement.
• Includes supervisory and/or other job related duties as assigned by principal or superintendent.
• Maintain and upgrade his/her professional skills.
• Attends faculty meetings.
• Provides for his/her own professional growth through a variety of methods including but not limited to, reading, coursework, seminars, and conferences.
• Maintain professional work habits.
• Supervise students at all times.
• All other duties as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, or designee.

Teacher Performance Criteria:

The expectations for teacher performance are based upon the West Virginia Professional Teaching Standards. The seven standards by which teacher performance is measured are as follows:

The teacher demonstrates a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject matter. The teacher designs standards-driven instruction using state-approved curricula. The teacher uses a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.

2.1 The teacher understands and responds to the unique characteristics of learners.

2.2 The teacher establishes and maintains a safe and appropriate learning environment.

2.3 The teacher establishes and maintains a learner-centered culture.

3.1 The teacher utilizes a variety of research-based instructional strategies.

3.2 The teacher motivates and engages students in learning, problem solving and collaboration.

3.3 The teacher adjusts instruction based on a variety of assessments and student responses.

4.1 The teacher engages in professional development for self-renewal that guides continuous examination and improvement of professional practice.

4.2 The teacher actively engages in collaborative learning opportunities for self-renewal with colleagues.

5.1 The teacher participates in school-wide collaborative efforts to support the success of all students.

5.2 The teacher works with parents, guardians, families and community entities to support student learning and well-being.

5.3 The teacher promotes practices and policies that improve school environment and student learning.

6.1 The work of the teacher results in measurable progress of student learning and state-approved curricula.

7.1 The teacher demonstrates professional conduct as defined in law, policy and procedure at the state, district and school level. Policy and Procedure Attendance Schedule Respect