Special Education Preschool Teacher - Itinerant
GOAL:
Work with developmentally delayed students in inclusion/self-contained classrooms while supporting students and teachers in the general/special education classrooms toward the fulfillment of their potential for academic achievement, emotional, and psychological growth and maturation via their IEP and IEP goals..
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Supports the preschool teacher in a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Screen and evaluate children for developmental delays
Coordinate and write Individual Education Plans for children eligible for preschool services
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Interpret the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
Collaborates with colleagues, students and/or parents on a regular basis
Evaluates student progress on a regular basis
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) and cooperatively with department heads, evaluates their job performance
Attends and participates in faculty meetings
Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives and methods
Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned
Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students
Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others
Provides for his/her professional growth through an on-going program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning
Other assigned duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
BA or MA in Special Education
Valid AZ State IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Valid AZ Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Certificate OR Valid AZ Special Education Certificate with Early Childhood Endorsement or equivalent certification in another state with ability to receive immediate reciprocal certification in Arizona.
Experience working with children ages 2.9 - 5 preferred
CPI Training preferred
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Able to communicate effectively with staff, students, and community members.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls and use a keyboard or keypad. The employee occasionally is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk or sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus and monitor students on the periphery.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee regularly works indoors.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent
SALARY:
Per Board Approved 2024-2025 Certified Teacher Starting Salary Guide
PLUS $6,000 Stipend for Special Education Certification
PLUS $3,000 Stipend for Self Contained Classroom
PLUS up to $5,000 Prop 301 Pay
Terms of Employment:
Exempt Status
4 Day School Week
10 Months( 167 Days)-Certified Preschool Staff 2025-2026 Work Calendar
Sick/Personal Leave
Health Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Participation in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
REPORTS TO:
Preschool Coordinator, Site Principal, and Executive Director of Special Services
