R2 Teacher

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER R2 DESCRIPTION Provide individualized instruction within a resource room II setting with students who have significant academic deficits in reading, writing, social skills, and/or math, with accompanying behavioral challenges and/or autism. Requires direct instruction in life skills, social skills, and academics according to Individual Education Plans, aligned district adopted curriculum and approved research-based intervention curriculums. Serve as a resource to general education staff to support students included in general education setting to the greatest extent possible. Teacher must be flexible and be able to collaborate well with others grounded in best practices. Teacher may have multiple paraeducators in the program. Teacher must use resources wisely with caseload and lead instructional planning for students. Must be familiar with Special Education laws, IEP development, and behavior management to insure students get what they need in the least restrictive environment. Experience in IEP writing on IEP Online software preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS Washington State Certificate required with Special Education endorsement required. Previous successful classroom experience with students who have health impairment, learning disabilities, autism, and/or behavior disorders preferred. Strong team player, willingness to work hard, conscientious, organized, ability to relate well to students and staff. Ability to develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with other employees, parents, and students where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ability to collect meaningful data to drive instruction in a way that all students will have an opportunity to learn. Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality in all matters pertaining to students, parents, staff, and program. Experience providing an enthusiastic and positive learning climate that promotes appropriate behavior and successful learning. Implement District adopted curriculum from general education and approved research-based intervention curriculum when appropriate Individualized Education Plans require. Responding to stressful situations appropriately. Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality Wages - $57,008.00 to $112,441.00 Depending upon School District Employment Benefits - Medical, Retirement, Basic Life/AD&D, Basic Long-Term Disability, FSA & HSA. Any employee anticipated to work at least 630 hours in the school year is eligible for benefits. To apply, visit our website at: https://portangelesschools.org/. Only complete applications will be considered. If needing assistance, call HR at (360) 565-3729. All positions are on site and in person. PASD Non-Discrimination Statement Port Angeles School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer Port Angeles School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or Identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinators, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators: Scott Harker, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 96363, (360) 457-8575, sharker@portangelesschools.org, for Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Michaela Clancy, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 98363, (360) 457-8575,mclancy@portangelesschools.org. The Port Angeles School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact the Deputy Associate Superintendent located at 905 W 9th St, Port Angeles, WA 98363, 360-457-8575. .

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