Special Education - Litchfield Park, United States - Litchfield Elementary School District #79

Litchfield Elementary School District #79

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Litchfield Park, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Closing Date:

Until Filled

District paid employee health, dental and life insurance.
22 paid holidays, 12 personal/sick leave days earned annually.
Discounts on extended day and preschool programs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in education.
Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate in the field of Special Education (i.e., applicable to position seeking).
Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports To
Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator
Job Goal
To help build and enhance the self-image of the students with positive reinforcement and successful school experience.
Performance Responsibilities
Program Planning and Evaluation

Assists in the identification and evaluation of students in need of special education programs.
Administers, transfers, and interprets diagnostic data as appropriate to his/her area.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
Adapts the curriculum with individual plans and instructional materials to the needs of each pupil.
Evaluates student's academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Maintains a program inventory of materials and supplies.
Submits budget request needs.
Participates in the developing of a Districtinservice educational program.

Communication

Maintains lines of communication with:
Staff teachers
Gradelevel chairman
Students
Parents
Special Education Coordinator
Principals
Kinds of communication:
Faculty meetings
Gradelevel and special education meetings
Dissemination of pertinent announcements and procedures
Parentstudentteacher conferences
Professional literature
Relate to the principals and special education coordinator all items of school concern
Submit reports to the administration and the special education department as needed

Supervision

Maintains proper and adequate supervision of students at all times.
Assists in supervising students in related activities outside of immediate classroom.

Professional Growth

Possesses a broad knowledge of special education and is able to transfer this knowledge into program activities.
Responsible for maintaining his/her personal growth and development in the areas of special education.
Reads professional literature pertinent to the field of special education.
Willing to participate in selfevaluation activities in order to improve one's self/professional outlook.

Terms of Employment
Salary and work year to be established by the Governing Board.