What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher position at Westerly Middle School?
| Job Title: District Special Educator | Location: District- Anticipated: Westerly Middle School - Subject to change |
| Class Title: Regular - Exempt - WTA | Effective Date: 08/28/2024 |
| Salary Range: $ 49,450.80 - $ 90,675.86 | Hours per week: Full Time - FTE 1.0 |
General Statement: This position will evaluate students for special education eligibility; provide direct service to the needs of special education students; provide a summary of formal and informal assessments; attend evaluation team meetings; administer a variety of standardized tests as well as observe student(s) to determine current levels of performance.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluates students for special education eligibility.
- Provides direct service to the needs of special education students.
- Prepares reports of formal and informal assessments.
- Attends and participates in evaluation team meetings.
- Administers a variety of standardized tests.
- Using a variety of evaluation tools and observation, determines current levels of performance and future potential for improved performance.
- Prepares and maintains documentation for Case Management.
- Participates in the IEP process, FBAs and behavior intervention plans.
- Provides direct service to students both in and out of the classroom.
- Helps students overcome behavioral challenges.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Knowledge of secondary school education.
- Case Management; ability to write IEPs, FBAs and behavior intervention plans.
- Must be able to provide direct service to students both in and out of the classroom.
- Must be able to physically provide classroom control.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Certification & Licensing:
- Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements and or certifications.
- Authorized to work in the USA
- Current national background check without disqualifying results at time of hire.
Please note: As a District position, placement is always based on Student and District needs through the school year. This position is also subject to lay off at the end of the school year. We encourage internal movements that increase innovation, and encourage employees to stay and grow within our District.
Salary : $49,451 - $90,676