What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource Specialist Program Teacher Pool position at Pacifica School District?
Assisted by an instructional aide, the Resource Specialist provides direct instructional services to students identified by the individualized Education Program Team as needing such instruction, and identifies and recommends appropriate support services for these students as needed. The Resource Specialist provides consultation services to regular program teachers in conformance with Individualized Education Plans (IEP's) for leaning disabled students assigned to the Resource specialist program. The Resource specialist with an aide will service an average of 24 students (maximum of 28). The major focus of the Resource Specialist program will be directed toward enabling students to function adequately in the least restrictive environment (usually a regular classroom in the student's home school) in which they and other students can be successful.