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Title: Special Education Teacher - Long-Term Per Diem Substitute
Reports To: Building Principal and Special Education Supervisor
Takes Direction From: Building Principal and Special Education Supervisor
Schedule/Calendar: 7.5 hours/day 37.5 hours/week 191 days/year
Rate: $200/day
Summary: A Special Education teacher shall be responsible for supporting students with disabilities by delivering instruction that will enable them to make progress toward their goals as outlined in their individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and times designated
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal/district office administrator
Plans lessons that are differentiated in order to demonstrate alignment to the PA Core and approved courses of study
Demonstrates understanding of the Danielson Framework and executes its implementation
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Strives to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Prepares and develops instructional materials and lessons that target the students’ IEP goals and objectives and meet the diverse needs of the learners on your caseload
Uses strategies and techniques to improve the development of sensory and perceptual motor skills, language, cognition, and memory skills as indicated in the students’ IEPs
When deemed necessary by the IEP, modifies the general education curriculum for each student based upon his/her needs using various instructional methodologies and/or incorporating technology
Develops and prepares IEPs and other special education reports in accordance with special education timelines in order to ensure the district is in compliance
Works collaboratively with all IEP team members and staff to ensure the student’s specific needs are being addressed and progress is being made
Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by PA special education laws, regulations, and district policies
Monitors that all IEPs/SDIs are being implemented properly across all school environments
When deemed necessary, develops Positive Behavior Support Plans in collaboration with the team for students who demonstrate behaviors that impede their learning or that of others
Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure
Teaches socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
Teaches personal development/functional skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy
Monitors special education assistants to ensure that they are fulfilling job responsibilities
Facilitates use of assistive devices, support technology and provides assistance with activities of daily living
Prepares, administers, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress
Ensures that student goals are monitored during the duration of the IEP with effective progress monitoring
Provides opportunities for students to be included in the least restrictive environment with non-disabled peers
Supports use of all necessary supplementary aids and services to provide meaningful access
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Schedules and holds all special education meetings within the designated timelines and in accordance with PA special education laws and regulations
Consults the parents, administrators, school psychologists, interagency personnel, and related service providers to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical, social and emotional development
Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
Additional duties as assigned by supervisor