Education Specialist, Elementary Grade

Responsibilities

• Work with Principal and Special Education Supervisor to develop action plans for constant learning and growth.
• Work with General Education staff to identify areas of need for students and appropriate targeted instruction.
• Absorb and utilize student data and progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g., behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of improving program effectiveness.
• Administer developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Supervise the implementation of state assessments for special education students.
• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that ALL children can achieve at high levels and are prepared to succeed in any setting.
• Monitor students’ behavior/activities in a variety of educational environments (e.g., classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assist in the creation of a learning environment that is conducive of all learning styles and preferences.
• Plan, implement, and/or supervise specialized academic instruction that results in students making progress toward IEP goals.
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, and administrative guidelines.
• Participate in and/or coordinate a variety of meetings (e.g., Professional Learning Community, IEP, Grade Level) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g., grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Aid in planning and delivering professional development and learning experiences to teachers and school site staff.
• Actively seek and participate in professional development opportunities to remain current with federal and state special education guidelines.
• Transport students, as necessary.

Qualifications

• Valid California Education Specialist Credential.
• Successful experience with students with special needs.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a certified Special Education teacher.
• Valid California Autism Authorization.
• Experience accelerating student learning and achievement in low-income communities.
• Bilingual-Spanish.