Learning Strategist/Special Education Teacher (K-3)

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Beliefs

• Candidates believe that all children are capable of success, no exceptions.
• Candidates possess knowledge and expertise in Inclusive Learning Communities. Candidates believe that students belong in their learning communities, in an environment with their peers, and educators are responsible to develop both accessible curriculum and environments for each and every student within inclusive settings.
• Candidates possess knowledge and experience in Professional Learning Communities. Candidates are highly motivated to collaborate on teacher teams to ensure high levels of learning for all students.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Participate on Co-plan to Co-serve to Co-Learn (C3) Teams in support of all learners.
• Co-create standards-based lessons and assessments.
• Based on co-planned lessons, co-serve all learners in content area/expertise.
• Monitor students' academic and behavioral progress (through data collection and analysis) to guide instructional decisions (both qualitative and quantitative).
• Develop student IEP's, communicate with staff regarding specific student IEP needs, monitor and address IEP goals.
• Create a classroom climate where all students support each other academically, socially, and behaviorally.
• Provide consistent and supportive open reciprocal communication with families.