Teacher of Special Education​/Multi-Categorical​/Autism

Position: Teacher of Special Education/Multi-Categorical/Autism

Location: Green Bank Elementary-Middle School

Classification: Professional

Term of Employment: For the  school year; 200-day contract

FLSA Status: Exempt

Immediate Supervisor: Principal and/or Assistant Principal

Evaluation: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal or immediate supervisor in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12 & §18A-3C-2; WV State Board Policy 5310, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 3220

Salary: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountysc for pay scales and benefits information.

• WV Professional Teaching Certificate pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2a
• Endorsement(s) aligned to job posting
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-10
• Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.

• Exhibit professional behavior by showing positive examples of preparedness, communication, fairness, punctuality, attendance, language, and appearance;
• Contribute, cooperate, and participate in creating an environment in which all employee/students are accepted and are provided the opportunity to achieve at the highest levels in all areas of development;
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, substance abuse, and or violence, and free from bias and discrimination;
• Create a culture of caring through understanding and support;
• Immediately intervene in any code of conduct violation, that has a negative impact on students, in a manner that preserves confidentiality and the dignity of each person;
• Demonstrate responsible citizenship by maintaining a high standard of conduct, self-control, and moral/ethical behavior;
• Comply with all Federal, West Virginia and District laws, policies, regulations and procedures.

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including technological resources as needed.
• Serves as primary contact for the parent.
• Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.
• Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
• Completes all district and state reporting requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education…