Special Education ~ Long Term Substitute

Position is from approximately October 1, 2026 through February 26, 2027.

• Implement direct/explicit academic and specially designed instruction across content areas using a multi-sensory approach, differentiated strategies and research-based techniques, including use of modified content, methodology and performance criteria as needed, as well as assistive/educational technology in the classroom for designated students receiving services in an inclusive general education environment.
• Collaborate and co-teach with grade level classroom teachers, other special education teachers and specialists to provide comprehensive and effective services to assigned students.
• Promote and assist in the implementation of appropriate strategies to ensure the transition and generalization of student's academic and social goals within the regular education environment and throughout the school.
• Serve as contact person for designated caseload, including completion of all associated paperwork (monitoring student performance, writing IEP's/progress reports, etc.), management of the Team process (conducting Annual Reviews, conferencing w/parents/Team members, etc.), and maintenance of communication between teachers, specialists, families and any outside providers.
• Utilize appropriate classroom management strategies, including a comprehensive positive behavior intervention system, to ensure successful and motivating instructional environment within the classroom and throughout the school for designated students.
• Use a multi-disciplinary approach to gather various sources of information for progress monitoring in order to routinely implement data-based decision-making practices to guide instruction and lesson planning.
• Provide supervision to assigned paraprofessionals as needed
• Consult with staff and administration on instructional/student issues as an active, participatory Team member.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required by the Director of Special Education