What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Special Education Teacher position at Centre Learning Community Charter School?
Overview
The Special Education Teacher is responsible for the planning and implementation of the individualized education plans for our students with special needs in addition to providing daily instruction in math and/or ELA at the middle school level (grades 5 - 8). The Special Education Teacher collaborates with classroom teachers to design, modify and implement project-based learning curriculum that meets the individual learning needs of our students.
In addition to other duties and responsibilities required by all teachers, special education teachers must provide consultative, direct, and diagnostic prescriptive services in their assignments. The amount of each service provided will be based upon the needs of the students as determined by the IEP Team.
*For this half-time position, the anticipated hours are 8am - noon each school day.
● Knowledge of CLCCS goals and guidelines and current professional research in order to coordinate and evaluate all services. Knowledge of IDEA and Special Ed Law. Thorough knowledge of educational process; background in content area desirable.
● Ability to assume responsibility in initiating and providing services that are consistent with the needs of all students.
● Ability to articulate programs to staff, students, and parents.
● Ability to motivate, inspire, and support students with special learning needs.
● Ability to provide in-service training in special education matters to school staff. ● Ability to serve as a training resource for other staff.
● Ability to work effectively with staff and parents.
● Skills in written and oral communication, human relations, organization and management. ● Minimum bachelor's degree in special education.
● Experience teaching and working with middle school students.
● Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary, project-based, technology-enhanced, hands-on approaches to education.
● Other combinations of education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
● Valid Pennsylvania Special Education certification is required.
● Valid ACT 24, 34, 114, 151 clearances are required.
● Curriculum and Instruction
o Develop, support and adapt appropriate educational curriculum for special education students in the regular education classroom.
o Conduct timely assessments of students and Individual Education Plan (IEP) related paperwork
o Coordinates with school psychologist for timely completion of Evaluation Reports (ER).
o Report quarterly progress on each student to team teachers
o Collaborate with team teachers to manage and organize the physical classroom environments to promote learning, including the development of classroom management systems
o Use effective teaching and behavior management strategies
o Follow all required program modifications indicated in each student's IEP
o Advise lead teachers regarding accommodations and implementation of project curriculum to meet the individual learning needs of our students
o Advise team teachers about means of modifying teaching methods when working with special needs children in their classrooms
o Provide faculty with program and testing modifications from each student's IEP before the start of the school year
o Provide additional support instruction to identified individuals and small groups
o Assess how each child learns best and then adapt teaching methods to fit each student's unique learning style
o Establish classroom climates that encourage student growth and development in areas of knowledge, skills, and attributes as delineated in the educational mission of CLC o Administer diagnostic tests
● Student Services
o Function as liaison and advocate for special education students in home teams and with personnel from outside agencies as necessary
o Communicate and collaborate with other members of the faculty on issues regarding concerns about individual students
o Monitor student progress towards achieving instructional objectives and goals on the IEPs o Refer students to appropriate professional agency as indicated
● Program Implementation
o Participate in the shared decision-making through which the program is administered by attending faculty meetings and collaborating with others on staff to make the best decisions for the overall school program
o Work with the administrative staff and other faculty members to ensure the implementation of a cohesive educational program
o Whenever possible, participate in decision-making at monthly board meetings
● Organizational/Administrative
o Report special education statistics (PENNDATA), as they become available
o Complete IEP and other paperwork as required by federal and state laws o Maintain the confidential files for special education students
o Participate in determining appropriate classroom placement for incoming and transitioning students
o Supervise assigned staff/volunteers/tutors effectively
o Coordinate Special services a required by each student's IEP
o Take all necessary and safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
o Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
o Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, CLCCS policy and administrative regulation.
● Professional Development
o Work with the CEO to establish individualized annual Professional Development plan o Participate in appropriate and relevant professional development opportunities (i.e. coursework, conferences, and reading of professional journals and texts)
o Engage in agreed upon self, peer, and/or group evaluation efforts to assess the effectiveness of the CLC special education program
o When appropriate and desirable, conduct teacher-research projects to increase knowledge and understanding of effective instructional practices
o Share and model best practices with pre- and in-service teachers within and outside of the CLC faculty.
o Appraises his/her own effectiveness and demonstrates successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
● Other duties as assigned.
● Moderate to extensive degree of physical and emotional stamina
● Frequent and prolonged standing, walking and sitting
● Ability to restrain students if necessary
● Frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations
● Possess near/far visual acuity/depth perception
● This is a salaried position, and as such not eligible for overtime pay. Some night and weekend work may be required.
● Annual salary based on half-time hours plus experience and qualifications ($25,925 - $48,023)
*This job description can be changed at any time
Interested candidates should contact CLC Charter School with cover letter, resume, and completed . Applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) valid Criminal History Background Check (Act 34), Child Abuse History Clearance Statement (Act 151), Act 168 Employment History Review and FBI Fingerprint Clearance. Teaching certification is required. For any questions concerning this position, contact info@clccharter.org.
CLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Centre Learning Community Charter School (CLC) complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age; and does not retaliate against persons who file a discrimination complaint or lawsuit, who complain about discrimination; or who participate in a discrimination proceeding, such as being a witness in a complaint investigation or lawsuit.
Pay: $25,925.00 - $57,328.23 per year
Benefits:
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25,925 - $57,328