SPED Teacher District Wide

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Teacher

REPORTS TO: Special Education Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must Pass A Background Check
• Current State of New Mexico teaching certificate in Special Education.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated team building skills.
• Knowledge of the Special Education process and laws.
• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills, time management, and telephone skills.
• Computer skills and knowledge of assistive technology are desired.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for supervision of the special education process from screening through identification, IEP development, and assist in providing appropriate identification and placement of students with disabilities.
• Assist in the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, (IDEA) in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Organize and ensure completion of all evaluation reports and IEPs.
• Complete reviews of all special education IEP documents, ensuring compliance with District procedure, state, and federal laws; identifies areas of need within the areas of compliance and works to develop and implement programs to address those needs.
• Perform and monitor information on new students. evaluation and timelines to ensure appropriate student placement and programming.
• Work with principals, department heads and other team members to facilitate the integration of all students into regular classes as appropriate.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist the Director of Special Services in researching and/or implementing new program components.
• Assist in the preparation of federal, state and local reports on special education.
• Develop, provide and promote regular in-service training to special education instructors regarding special education procedures; assists mainstream classroom teachers with inclusion facilitation.
• Attends meetings and training sessions related to special education as deemed appropriate by the Director of Special Services.
• Maintains confidentiality and non-judgmental views of children and families served.
• Performs any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Director of Special Services or Superintendent.

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