Teacher- Independent Study

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of a Director or Principal, instruct students in a classroom, individually and in small groups in accordance with Shasta County Office of Education policies and procedures; plan, implement, and evaluate learning programs and activities in assigned teaching areas; develop and implement IEP goals and assess student progress and achievement; coordinate programs to increase independence and functioning in society, socially, vocationally and academically.  REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:  ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Teach multiple subjects in a court and community school or juvenile hall setting.
• Assess the needs of students in order to design and implement an appropriate instructional program; provide specialized instructional activities which establish, maintain and reinforce appropriate interpersonal and learning behaviors. 
• Maintain contact with school districts, probation departments, other County agencies and the courts; regarding student progress. 
• Prepare a variety of reports for parents, law enforcement agencies, community agencies, administration and others. 
• Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans for classroom, individualized and small group instruction; schedule instructional periods; assess student progress and achievement; teach various subjects utilizing specialized techniques and software as necessary; maintain related records. 
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; respond to questions and provide proper examples and general guidance. 
• Develop, implement and modify curriculum in assigned subject areas according to student needs, industry standards and established guidelines; incorporate State academic standards and guidelines and expected student outcomes and current subject area standards. 
• Observe and manage behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; assess student skills and progress; report progress regarding student performance and behavior per established guidelines.
• Identify student needs and collaborate with other personnel in assessing and meeting the needs of students. 
• Instruct students regarding individualized tasks to implement and achieve IEP goals; assure proper implementation of objectives for students by trained individuals in accordance with IEP’s. 
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary IEP team as assigned; attend IEP meetings and provide input to goals; conduct scheduled assessments; prepare feedback reports and maintain interagency and District contacts regarding IEP’s. 
• Design and implement appropriate behavior management plans, techniques, and classroom management plans for use in instructional and disciplinary purposes. 
• Participate in a variety of special project teams and committees; participate in teacher and staff meetings and other in-service training programs. 
• Operate standard office and classroom equipment, including duplication equipment, laminator, calculator, computer and assigned software; operate and maintain equipment applicable to assigned program area. 
• Communicate with teachers, psychologists, specialists and others regarding student progress; interact with parents and conduct initial interviews and conferences; discuss student progress with parents.

 OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform related duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:  KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction for alternative education programs.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Problems and concerns of students with special needs.
• Curriculum and lesson plan development to meet IEP or other educational goals.
• Terminology involved in alternative education programs.
• Principles of training and providing work direction.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Research methods and report writing techniques.
• Basic computer operation.
• First aid and CPR.
• IEP process.
• Behavior modification techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform specialized procedures to assist high-risk students.
• Instruct alternative education students in individualized tasks to achieve IEP goals.
• Understand and relate to children with special needs.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Compile and verify data and prepare reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Any combination equivalent to:  Bachelor's degree and additional certification related to students served.  LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Teaching Credential including knowledge of educational, instructional and behavioral trends related to students identified at risk or background in working with at risk students.  WORKING CONDITIONS:  ENVIRONMENT: Court and community school or juvenile hall work environment.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of equipment.
• Carrying, pushing or pulling.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
• Lifting heavy objects.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Seeing to observe students in daily activities. 

HAZARDS:

• Exposure to students who may become hostile or disorderly and who may exhibit physical aggression.