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Special Education Teacher - PREP (18-21 Transition Program)

Nampa High School

Nampa, ID

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Board of Education, Budgeting, Buses, Case Management, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Content Development, Data Collection, Data Entry, Enterprise Application Integration (EAI), Federal Laws and Regulations, Interpersonal Skills, Legal Support Skills, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Plan Meetings, Presentation Software, Problem Solving Skills, Special Education, Spreadsheets, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, University/School Policies, Word Processing
LOCATION
Nampa, ID
POSTED
2 days ago
POSITION: Special Education Teacher - PREP

CATEGORY: Certified

LOCATION: Secondary School(s)

REPORTS TO: Location Principal, and/or Director of Special Education

SUMMARY: To providestudents with a daily and ongoing instructional program that provides them with functional life skills and independent living skills. To help students develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education according to the guidelines outlined in each student's Individual Education Plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design lessons with an appropriate level of difficulty, which provide content in a logical and sequential manner
  • Connect with and coordinate community-based work experiences
  • Connect with and coordinate site-based work experiences
  • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the physical limitations of the classroom and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
  • Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location(s) and at the times designated
  • Identify student needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
  • Analyze and interpret student data to develop and modify instructional activities
  • Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Budget class time effectively
  • Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
  • Establish and communicate classroom and community rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom and community behavior
  • Engage students in conversation to encourage language development
  • Make 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
  • Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
  • Assist, where appropriate, in loading and unloading the special education students from transportation buses or vans
  • Attend and participate in faculty meetings as appropriate
  • Attend and participate in district special education training
  • Organize a meeting at least once annually with the case manager, parents, and other professional staff to review and revise the IEP and placement of each assigned student
  • Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise
  • Cooperate with other members of the staff and district in planning instructional goals, curriculum, objectives, and methods
  • Provide needed and requested information on a timely and effective basis
  • Provide instruction to classified staff in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
  • Coordinate and cooperate with other members of the staff in the development of adaptations, modifications, accommodations, and instructional methods
  • Plan, coordinate, and lead the implementation of IEPs including modifications and accommodations
  • Evaluate student progress on a regular basis, as indicated on IEPs, and as often as general education students are evaluated and informed of their progress
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records in accordance with applicable federal and state law, (including IDEA, ADA, and 504), administrative rules, and Board policy
  • Input data in a timely fashion
  • Assist in upholding and enforcing district and community expectations
  • Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development
  • Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education
  • Seek assistance should emergencies arise
  • Represent the school district in a positive manner
  • Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
  • Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE :
  • Current Idaho Teacher Certification with Special Education K-12 endorsement required
  • Highly Qualified Teacher per the standard set forth by the Nampa School District
  • Bachelor degree in Special Education required
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, and effective classroom management
  • Strong background in behavior management, curriculum, and writing and implementing Individualized Education Plans
  • Strong background in federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to special education
  • Knowledge of the diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices
  • The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities
  • Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations
  • Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods
  • Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction
  • Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
  • Works well with students, staff, and the public
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform 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.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS :

Ability to provide general district information and respond to questions from administrators, managers, employees, customers, and/or the general public in a professional and pleasant manner.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS :

Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.

PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY SKILLS :

Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary; organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frame.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing (Microsoft Office), spreadsheets (Excel), database (Access), presentation software.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside and meets deadlines with severe time constraints in a fast-paced environment on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit, walk, stand and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds and push and pull up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision; very good depth perception; and the ability to communicate through speech. May be required to block or redirect students during negative behavior. May be required to engage in physical restraint of student in crisis situations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : 170 day calendar

Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Benefits

BENEFITS: All full time staff are eligible to receive the following benefits:
  • Low deductible medical and vision insurance through the State of Idaho
  • Dental
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid sick and personal leave
  • PERSI Retirement

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Nampa High School