CC1 Special Education Teacher

About the Role

Under general supervision, facilitates the development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) and instructs academic and/or living skills to students who have been identified as having disabilities under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Assists in other school and district programs as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
• Interacts, communicates, and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
• Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
• Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment, and materials.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive, and productive learning environment for all students; supervises student activities on the playground, in the lunchroom, in arrival and dismissal locations, and other areas as assigned.
• Teaches concepts and skills to students classified as having autism, developmental delays, orthopedic disabilities, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and/or severe intellectual disabilities; preschool children with disabilities; and students with moderate or mild intellectual disabilities.
• Instructs students in subjects and personal and functional skills required to prepare them for independent living and/or economic self-sufficiency; provides vocational or community training as appropriate.
• Administers progress monitoring probes, such as curriculum-based measurements and assessments, to determine present levels of performance and make instructional decisions/modifications.
• Assists students with personal care (e.g., toileting); positions, lifts, and moves children when necessary.
• Designs and facilitates engaging lesson plans and classroom activities; organizes classrooms for daily instruction.
• Employs a variety of 21st-century instructional methods and techniques consistent with the needs, capabilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of students as indicated by the IEP.
• Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of both formative and summative assessments; analyzes assessment data to develop instructional strategies that close learning and performance gaps and fulfill IEP goals and objectives.
• Instructs students in the proper use, care, and operation of computers and other applicable equipment, as appropriate.
• Supervises activities of assigned Instructional Assistant(s), including planning and reviewing work, and providing instruction, guidance, and training.
• Prepares various records and forms such as lesson plans, daily and weekly activity plans, assessments, IEPs, behavior intervention plans, anecdotal records, material requisitions, and discipline reports.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Selects, requests, and maintains an inventory of instructional aides, technology tools, equipment, and supplies; provides for safe storage and proper use of all materials and tools.
• Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for managing student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
• Meets with teachers, parents, administrators, related services personnel, and school counselors to discuss student performance, activities, etc.; issues reports in accordance with school board policy and state and federal special education regulations to inform parents/guardians of students' progress; suggests interventions as appropriate.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related area with previous student teaching experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid SC Teaching License (any applicable area).
• Must have current government-issued identification.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies.
• Must be able to access reliable transportation.
• Personal computer experience required; strong knowledge of word processing, email, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely in both oral and written communication.
• Ability to apply knowledge and current research and theory.
• Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule to meet reporting deadlines.
• Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group.
• Ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with scheduled deadlines.

Skills

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district that pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations.
• Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities.
• Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties.
• Ability to anticipate work to be completed and complete work without direct supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds, such as boxes of materials.
• Sometimes pushes/pulls items such as furniture or boxes of materials.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen, and/or reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distance vision.
• Occasionally works irregular or extended hours.
• Frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment.
• May require occasional positioning, moving, and/or lifting of students weighing up to 200 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level varies from quiet to loud depending on the activity in the particular part of the day.
• Conducts duties in a classroom or office environment with no significant exposure to environmental factors.
• May be exposed to noise from students, bodily fluids, and the possibility of injury from a violent or impaired student.
• Requires constant attention and repetition associated with working with disabled students.
• Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel required.
• Requires the operation of general office, technology, and special education equipment.

Terms of employment: 8 hours per day, 190 days per school year, certified salary scale. Conditions of employment adjusted for part-time employees or individuals hired for less than an entire school year.