Special Education Teacher (anticipated)

Block Island School (K-12) is seeking a full-time special educator. Assignment to be determined based on need and valid RI Certification(s) Candidates must hold or be eligible for RI certification secondary special education; PreK - 12 and/or elementary and secondary preferred. Reports to: Director of Special Services/Principal Purpose: The special educator is responsible for providing specialized designed instruction to students with disabilities and interventions to non-identified students. Responsibilities: - Demonstrate knowledge of and adheres to all District, Federal and State policies, procedures and regulations for IDEA and Section 504. - Completes all relevant paperwork within compliance due dates. - Prepare for and actively participate in all required referral, eligibility and IEP/504 team meetings as assigned. - Administer assessments to identify strengths and skill deficiencies in students. - Deliver current research-based instructional practices and strategies to help students access the curriculum. - Design and deliver accommodations and specially designed instruction to students by modifying and adapting curricula, instructional methods, and providing behavioral supports in consultation/collaboration with specialists. - Assist general education staff with the implementation of accommodations, best practices and individualized instruction for identified students. - Develop IEPs using data to inform present levels, baseline, measurable goals and progress monitoring methods. - Facilitate IEP meetings as appropriate and complete associated paperwork. - Complete written progress reports using data as outlined in the IEP and aligned with IEP goals - Effectively communicate with and establish positive relationships with parents, community and with other staff members, as appropriate. - Complete and maintain accurate and up to date special education and Medicaid records as required. - Plan with classroom teachers and work with identified students in an inclusion setting to the maximum extent appropriate. - Collect, record and analyze data to document progress and to inform educational decisions. - Communicate high and clear expectations. - Consult with and provide frequent feedback to the general education teacher and other staff. - Maintain accurate student special education records for parents, school and state reports. - Participate in professional development as determined by the Director of Student Services and/or Principal. - Demonstrate ability in using technology to support teaching & learning. - Demonstrate ability with planning, coordinating & validating instructional innovation efforts. - Establish effective relationships with colleagues, parents, students, & administrators. - Demonstrate exemplary oral & written communication & listening skills. - Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Interventionist - Knowledge of intervention strategies in core subject areas, especially math. - Participate in MTSS problem solving and department/grade level team meetings. - Use data to target students' need areas, set intervention goals, monitor progress and to determine adequate progress. - Use data to revise interventions and make decisions about instruction and/or setting new goals. - Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively, collaboratively and effectively with students, teachers and administrators. - Communicate effectively and frequently with parents. - Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in digital programs and interventions. - Ability to work independently to meet responsibilities and also work well with others as part of a team. - Serve as a member of the MTSS team. - Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.