What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Intense Intervention Teacher position at New Castle Community School Corporation?
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum
Instruction & Curriculum
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students receiving intense intervention services.
- Provide differentiated instruction that addresses academic, functional, communication, and social-emotional skills.
- Adapt general education curriculum and create modified instructional materials to meet students’ unique needs.
- Implement evidence-based instructional strategies to promote independence, mastery of functional skills, and postsecondary readiness.
- Establish a structured, supportive, and safe classroom environment that promotes student learning and positive behavior.
- Teach and reinforce daily living skills, social interaction skills, and employability skills as appropriate.
- Collect, analyze, and maintain student progress data to guide instruction and inform IEP goals.
- Provide direct supervision and guidance to paraprofessionals and support staff in the classroom.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, counselors, and other staff to support inclusive practices and student success.
- Communicate effectively and regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and strategies for support at home.
- Participate actively in IEP meetings, case conferences, and multidisciplinary team discussions.
- Coordinate with outside agencies and transition specialists to plan for postsecondary outcomes.
- Stay current with best practices, instructional strategies, and compliance requirements related to special education and intense interventions.
- Maintain accurate and timely records in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning and apply new strategies to improve student outcomes.
- Model professionalism, patience, and empathy when working with students, families, and staff.
- Valid state teaching license with certification in Special Education (Intense Intervention or equivalent).
- Experience working with students with significant disabilities preferred.
- Knowledge of specialized instructional strategies, assistive technology, and behavioral interventions.
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with all legal and ethical guidelines.
- Ability to lift, move, or assist students as needed.
- Capacity to implement physical or behavioral supports in accordance with student plans.
- Work may include supporting students in community or vocational settings.
