Special Education Facilitator

District Focus

North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for the position of a Special Education Facilitator.  We are very proud of our District and the teachers, administrators, and support staff that provides the best education possible for the children of our community.  Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team.  

District Mission:“Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready.”

NWASCO Online: www.nwasco.k12.or.us

Application Process:  All application materials must be submitted electronically, as part of your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application. 

Include the following supplemental documents:

1. Letter of interest;
2. Current Resume;
3. Two (3) recent letters of reference
4. Complete application

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Special Education Facilitator serves students with varying disabilities; i.e. educable intellectually disabled, learning disabled, and emotionally handicapped, providing for the special educational needs of identified students.  This position has the possibility of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and/or body fluids.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND/OR ABILITIES REQUIRE:

·  Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education 

·  Valid Oregon Teaching License with appropriate subject endorsement and authorization level (if applicable)

·  Minimum of five years teaching experience.

·  Valid Driver’s license with reliable transportation.

·  Standard First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification may be required.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND/OR ABILITIES

·  Knowledge of interventions, strategies, and programs to support the behavior of all students.

·  Knowledge of an ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction.

·  Working knowledge of special education due process requirement.

·  Ability to use appropriate behavior modification techniques with students

·  Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.

·  Ability to work with minimal supervision to problem solve and find solutions both independently and as an effective member     of a work team

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets the scope and responsibility of Teachers, Oregon Administrative Rule 584-210-0020, and standards for Competent and Ethical Performance, Oregon Administrative Rules 584-020-0000 – 584-020-0045.  The following are examples of principle duties; however, any one position may not cover all duties listed and examples may not cover all duties an employee is expected to perform.

1. Chair and facilitate all IEP and special education meetings for students in assigned schools.

2. Manage educational programs for students with disabilities, including ensuring services are provided in regards to the              education of students with disabilities at assigned schools.

3. Provide training in due process procedures, special education records management software, data collection, and effective      programming for students with disabilities for teachers and administrators.

4. Coordinate with the Transportation Department special education transportation for students with disabilities who are in          need of this related service.

5. Work with other special education facilitators and school staff to provide an orderly transition between schools for students      with disabilities.

6. Assist testing coordinators and special education department chairs to provide appropriate testing environments for                students with disabilities and to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided.

7. Assist administrators in the scheduling of students with disabilities so that schedules meet the requirements of the                  students’ IEPs and personnel are allotted appropriately.

8. Ensure that data is collected in relation to the goals and objectives included in the IEP and reviewed at least annually.

9. Ensure IEP progress reports on goals and objectives are provided to parents/guardians at least annually and are based on        current data.

10. Complete educational screenings for students referred for special education assessment.

11. Coordinate the continuation of special services for transferring students with disabilities.

12. Establish positive working relationship with parents/guardians and school staff.

13. Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.

14. Maintain professional knowledge regarding current best practices in general and special education pertinent to the                  assigned school.  Ensure adherence to safety procedures.

15. Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.

16. Assist regular education teachers in the location and preparation of curriculum materials to support the student.

17. Monitor and evaluate academic and behavioral progress in cooperation with other teachers.

18. Facilitate special education eligibility as well as recommend future student placement.

19. Work cooperatively with the School Counseling Department and Special Education Teacher

20. Coordinate services provided to the student with an IEP.

21. Manage all equipment identified in the IEP for students.

22. Support Special Education Teacher in developing data collection methods to related to the coordination , Development or          Revision of IEP’s for verified students within the guidelines established by the School District and State and Federal                  governments.

23. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this position.

Language Skills:

· Ability to comprehend, interpret and explain pertinent laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. 

· Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. 

· Ability to write reports, business correspondence, school handbooks and procedure manuals.

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups.

Mathematical Skills:

· Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

· Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to make accurate mathematical                computations or apply standardized statistical procedures manually or by machine.

Reasoning Ability:

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited                        standardization exists. 

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

· Ability to make sound educational judgments including drawing conclusions and inferences from facts and/or premises which    are logical.

Workplace Expectations:

· Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.

· Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate            professional manner for the assignment and work setting.

· Have regular and punctual attendance.

· Confer regularly with other licensed staff and immediate supervisor.

· Have Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills that carry out a common focus. 

· Follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.

· Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague or District patron.

· Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.

Any offer of employment made by North Wasco County School District is contingent upon satisfactory results of: 

1. Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
2. Criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.

Bilingual/Bi-Cultural applicants are highly desirable, and encouraged to apply.

North Wasco County School District prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veteran’s status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates. 

Salary : $48,670 - $97,415