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TITLE:

Special Education Teacher

LOCATION

: Clear Creek Amana Middle School (Tiffin, IA)

QUALIFICATIONS

: Iowa License

REPORTS TO

:

Principal or Designee

SUPERVISES

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N/A

JOB SUMMARY

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Provides instruction in the curricular areas to students in the middle school.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

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Terms and conditions as established by the Board of Education.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and implements programming associated with core curriculum and behavioral skills to be delivered in a classroom setting for assigned students.
• Implements the district curriculum, standards and benchmarks. (This may include functional academic skills, communication skills, daily living skills, work skills, recreation/leisure skills and extended benchmarks for some assignments).
• Assists in planning and delivery of social/emotional/behavioral school-wide programming.
• Collaborates with the administration, school counselor, staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to academic achievement and social/emotional/behavioral goals.
• Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of and ability to implement all facets of the IEP process.
• Meets the 8 Iowa Teaching Standards and 43 criteria on a consistent basis.
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Develops and maintains knowledge base of effective/promising practices pertaining to assigned students.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and or EXPERIENCE;

Bachelor's degree in Education K-8th required, special education endorsement: Strategist I or a Strategist II

Experience in classroom teaching 6-8 grades preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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 accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implements ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS:

Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.

Takes responsibility for the learning of students and his/her own performance.

Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children.

Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes.

Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.

Won't shy from today's educational challenges.

Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.

Has a track record of success.

Works with great integrity.

Regular and prompt attendance.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical dem