ASD Classroom Teacher

Asd Special Education Teacher

Reports To:

Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services Salary:
Range is $39,900 - $51,400 per YCEA Contract

Summary:

The Teacher creates and sustains a community of learners through the development of a positive classroom and school culture, by holding rigorous and high expectations for students and by utilizing quality instructional practices matched to student learning needs. The Teacher continuously improves their practice through professional learning and collaboration with peers. The Teacher supervises students, develops and delivers lessons, utilizes established curriculum and maintains high levels of communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and wellbeing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participates in professional development, maintains appropriate certification and qualifications and keeps current in changing pedagogy. Participates in collegial conversations surrounding student achievement on a regular basis, influencing individual, grade, and/or department instruction based on collective examination of student performance. Teaches district-approved curriculum, as well as local and state standards, using contemporary thinking around best-practices and program-specific objectives. Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans.

Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students. Creates a positive, engaging classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriately responds to the maturity level and interest of the students. Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior. Proactively teaches appropriate behavior and expectations. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and activities.

Identifies and responds to the learning style of all students. Differentiates instruction to accommodate these styles. Evaluates the academic and social growth of students, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports. Uses academic outcome information to inform curriculum and instructional decisions for all students. Acts as a public relations agent for the success and image of the district. Communicates regularly with students, parents, families and administration in advocacy of student growth.

Develops communication plans that adjust for varying levels of parent involvement and inclusion. Integrates cultural consciousness in instruction, classroom culture and classroom artifacts. Collects and integrates information about community heritage in instruction. Adheres to district and school rules and procedures. Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism. Regular predictable attendance.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or experience:
Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree. Valid Michigan teacher's certificate with necessary endorsement(s) to teach assigned subject matter required. Educational experience preferred. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Language skills:
Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques. Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals and professional journals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, students and the general public. Ability to write lesson plans, business correspondence and other related correspondence. Ability to express self clearly, both orally and in writing. Ability to read, analyze and interpret information.

Technical skills:
Ability to integrate technology into the everyday work flow is necessary. Ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District. Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction. Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communications mechanisms.

Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) is required. Mathematical skills:
Ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra and geometry consistent with the duties of this position. Reasoning ability:
Highly proficient in subject areas of:…