Elementary Special Education Teacher ( Pushi n/ Pull-out Support)- Special Ed. Certification Required

About the role

The Licensed Teacher under the direction of the Building Principal plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. They create an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of each individual student.

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe and encouraging learning environment to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of all students.
• Plans and develops instructional plans, lessons, experiments, and other support activities to present approved district curriculum in accordance with district goals and objectives.
• Maintains accurate records, tests, reports, etc. as required by DDOE and policies, Federal Regulations, and School Board Policy to demonstrate student performance.
• Analyzes and uses student performance data to inform instruction.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport and communication with students, school personnel and parents.
• Establishes classroom routines and procedures and implements effective classroom management.
• Implements School Board and school-based policies and procedures in order to uphold school regulations.
• Works closely with guidance/special education personnel/outside resources to assist students with special needs.
• Integrates technology appropriately to enhance student learning and instructional delivery.
• Remains current and knowledgeable about evidence-based practices related to teaching and learning through the active pursuit of professional development activities.
• Participates in district and school level committees designed to foster continuing improvement and growth.
• Communicates curriculum and student-related information effectively in oral and written form.
• Participates in all meetings (IEP, conferences, etc.).
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Hold or eligible for State of Delaware teacher certification in the identified content area.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum, methodology of effective teaching.
• Skilled in the use of multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Established and maintains effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents.
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Transcripts to be reviewed/evaluated prior to submission of job application.
• Required: When completing and submitting application, make sure you have answered all questions regarding international applicants.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Criminal background check.
• Tuberculosis test.
• Proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License).
• Documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A.
• Completion of I-9 form.
• Completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

ADA Accommodations Disclosure

The Appoquinimink School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship.

Non-Discrimination Disclosure

The Appoquinimunk School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its educational programs, services, and activities for all students and employees.

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimunk School District Board of Education and the Appoquinimunk Education Association, Affiliate of DSEA/NEA.

Application Process

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