Special Education Teacher

Title:

Special Education Teacher - Stroudsburg Area S D

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment:

In accordance with the professional collective bargaining agreement on file.

Employee Group:

Professional

Location

Building

Last Edited On:

5/19/2021 11:56:03 AM

ORGANIZATION

County:

Monroe

Entity:

Stroudsburg Area S D

Department:

Special Education

Reports To:

Principal

Supervises:

No supervisory duties

JOB GOAL

To render diagnostic, prescriptive and educational services and assistance in a variety of instructional settings to the professional team and to students with one or more disabilities who require specially designed instruction pursuant to an Individualized Education Program (IEP) (exceptional students); to create or assist in creating a flexible, age and grade-appropriate instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish appropriate effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education, in accordance with each student's ability; and to establish appropriate, effective relationships with parents, students and with other staff members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Attends Evaluation Report and Re-evaluation Report (ER) and IEP meetings, writes or assists with the development of RRs and IEPs for exceptional students. Facilitates securing information needed for such meetings or as a result of such meetings.

Continually monitors and assesses the progress of each student to evaluate the student’s progress toward achieving their annual goals and objectives set forth in the student’s IEP and progress in the general curriculum. 

Uses appropriate diagnostic and evaluative methods to ascertain the effectiveness of an exceptional student’s IEP. Identifies when modifications may be required to the IEP, additional evaluation may be warranted or further modifications to curriculum and teaching strategies could be used to address concerns about a student’s progress. Promptly addresses or initiates contact with the individuals required to address such concerns and monitors progress and results. 

Assists with or provides appropriate modification to the general curriculum pursuant to each student’s IEP.

Assists with developing or develops lesson plans, instructional materials; assists with or provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the general curriculum to the needs of each student and to meet the requirements of the student’s IEP. 

Assists with ways to use and uses technology, research based instructional methods, effective strategies techniques and learning materials to enhance each student’s progress toward meeting the goals and objectives of the IEP and to progress in the general curriculum.

Provides support to regular education teachers and instructional and non-instructional assistants working with exceptional students.  Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping exceptional students solve social, emotional, behavioral, and academic issues.

Participates in case conferences about exceptional students. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss their child’s progress and to interpret the school program and the student’s IEP.

Demonstrates understanding of and abides by federal, state, and local school laws and regulations; mandated programs; District policies and administrative regulations.  Reviews and abides by Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.

Ensures all documentation related to a student’s special education is complete, up to date and properly filed in accordance with District policies and practices.

Maintains professional competence and keeps abreast of new developments in the field through professional development education activities provided by the district or through self-selected activities.

Provides vocational and pre-vocational services and assessments in connection with transition planning and students’ transition programs.

Selects and requisitions books, instructional aides and assistive technology; maintains required inventory records.

Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day or beyond the working day when involved in an extended field trip or learning activity.

Administers group standardized assessments in accordance with district assessment program and as modified for particular exceptional students in their IEPs.

Participates in curriculum development programs as required, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities.

Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Performs in accordance with school policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.

Bachelors Degree

X

And

Special Ed, teaching certificate in Pre K - 8

or appropriate certification for the grade level

X

Special Ed, teaching certificate in 7-12

X

5%

Occasionally between district buildings

SCOPE

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Occasional analytical demands.  Analysis involves simple comparisons between numbers, letters, etc. (e.g., sorting, tallying, simple tabulating, and the like).

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No supervisory duties.

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Visual acuity and auditory acuity.

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Ability to communicate effectively in all aspects of the job.

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Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.

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Ability to make judgments and work under high level of stress.

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Ability to work as a coordinator and a member of a team.

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Must be courteous and able to effectively manage job responsibilities.

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Must be cooperative, congenial, service oriented, and promote these qualities.

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Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.

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Ability to be respectful and empathetic.

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Ability to exercise good judgment.

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Ability to follow written and verbal directions, to read and write, to communicate effectively, to organize tasks, to handle multiple tasks, and to exercise good judgment.

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Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students, parents, athletic staff, alumni, Board members, booster groups, staff, co-workers, and general community.

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Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.

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Maintains productive working relationship with immediate supervisor.

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Demonstrates effective classroom management skills.

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Must possess active listening skills.

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Plans and prioritizes assignments effectively. Able to handle several ongoing tasks and projects at once.

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Able to adjust to changes in the work environment.

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Reports to work on time, gives a full day’s work and makes effective use of time while on the job.

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Maintains a good attitude toward administration, fellow employees and the public.

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Demonstrates the ability to acquire the skill required to operate new and existing software and hardware.

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Proofreads work for grammar and spelling accuracy.

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Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.

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Meets all requirements appropriate to grade and age level assignment and the disabilities of the students served by this position

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Promotes a positive team environment through active cooperation with others.

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Maintains awareness of the School District’s policies and procedures. Follows the chain of command.

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Shows initiative and works with minimal supervision.

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When appropriate, incorporates progressive ideas/concepts into daily responsibilities.

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Responds appropriately to supervision and direction.

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Dresses appropriately for job environment.

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Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks.

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Ability to use computer technology efficiently including word processing, presentation/webpage software, PowerPoint and Excel software applications.

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Ability to appropriately handle confidential information in accordance with District policies.

Standard ADA Settings

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard ADA Selection 

This factor measures the strength and stamina required in areas such as lifting, standing, and the frequency of doing these as necessary to perform the particular duties of the job.

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Sitting

X

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Standing

X

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Walking

X

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Talking:  On the phone; person-to-person, and in groups

X

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Hearing: On the phone; person-to-person, and in groups

X

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Vision: Near, midrange, far, peripheral, depth and color

X

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Driving Requirements (personal vehicle, and/or company vehicle):

X

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Machines or tools used: Computer:

X

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Machines or tools used: Telephone

X

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Pushing/Pulling/Lifting(Enter Weight)

X

25 lbs.

The school recognizes that reasonable accommodations must be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.