District Exceptional Child Resource Instructor serving Middle Schools 1.0 FTE

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

JOB SUMMARY

Assist principals, general and special education teachers and instructional assistants in developing specific instructional strategies, behavior management plans, and academic programs for students with disabilities.  Assist school personnel in determining appropriate educational classroom settings.  Participate in Admission and Release Committee meetings as a consultant to the committee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate ongoing staff development activities for general and special education teachers and instructional assistants supporting students with disabilities regarding effective instructional strategies, overall program development and identification procedures.
• Assist principals, general and special education teachers and classroom assistants with instructional programming, curriculum implementation, accommodations and extensions to increase access to and participation in the general education curriculum and program of studies, and material selection for students with disabilities.
• Provide consultation and direct assistance to administrative and teaching staff and parents regarding programs and services for students with disabilities.
• Implement federal and state regulations and district policies and procedures relative to identification and service delivery of students with disabilities.
• Develop and coordinate plans with other resource specialists related to programs and service delivery for students with disabilities.
• Keep abreast of research, trends in motivation, instructional materials and equipment, methodology, professional literature and other important aspects related to educating students with disabilities.
• Develop, coordinate and provide ongoing professional development activities for special education and general education staff.
• Keep a current inventory of materials, equipment, and needed repairs.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree and three (3) years of successful special education teaching experience
• Kentucky Teaching Certificate in an area of Special Education.  
• A strong knowledge base is needed in special education curriculum and instruction; ability to budge and use time efficiently, and ability to work with and relate well to others.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Special Education.
• Supervisor of Instruction, Director of Special Education or Consultant Certificate.

Special Requirements:
N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Salary : $50,586 - $89,619