Resource Support Program Teacher

About the role

This position will support Orting Elementary School and Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School. The certificated staff member will work under the direction of the Building Principal and the Executive Director for Student Support Services in cooperation with general and special education staff, to develop and coordinate instructional programs that meet the needs of special education students with an emphasis on closing the achievement gap in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work individually and in small groups with students who may be considered in need of specially designed instruction in reading, written language, mathematics, behavior, and social/communication skills.
  • Includes case management for students identified as eligible for special education
  • Includes development of Individualized Education Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans, and all accommodations and modifications necessary for implementation of the IEP within the general education setting to the greatest extent possible
  • Includes the implementation of services aligned with the Washington State Learning Standards, as well as the provision of appropriate lessons and activities
  • Includes responsibility to provide a classroom setting conducive to productive instruction of special education students
  • Particular emphasis will be placed upon establishing and maintaining opportunities for inclusion and daily interaction within the least restrictive environment for each student
  • Crisis Prevention and De-Escalation training and the ability to use trained physical safety and intervention techniques in the event of student behavior that poses an imminent likelihood of serious harm
  • May provide physical assistance to students, such as lifting and positioning
  • May assist students with toileting, which may include diapering; attend to the personal hygiene needs of students
• Serve as a resource person for staff and administration in working with students
• Consults with teachers and related services staff regarding appropriate interventions for students
• Consults with individual teachers in developing appropriate accommodations and modifications for work in the general education classroom with identified students
• Maintains appropriate data, records, interventions, and summaries of student plans
• Monitors and directs Para-educators assigned to work with students under teacher's immediate responsibility
• May provide training to parents as needed
• Conferences with families and teachers
• Serves as a resource person for staff and administration in working with students
• Makes home visits and contacts as needed
• Provides observational and assessment data for school conferences regarding students
• Performs related other duties as assigned.

For SpEd Teachers

Crisis Prevention and De-Escalation training and the ability to use trained physical safety and intervention techniques in the event of student behavior that poses an imminent likelihood of serious harm. May provide physical assistance to students, such as lifting and positioning. May assist students with toileting, which may include diapering; attend to the personal hygiene needs of students.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge and application of quality classroom-based assessment practices
• Knowledge of effective teaching and intervention strategies related to the appropriate age of instruction
• Knowledge of state learning standards, district targets, assessments, etc.
• Skills in classroom management and organizational techniques
• Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, and direct support personnel
• Ability to be a self-starter and possess proven leadership experiences with adults and students
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral form
• Ability to comply with all district policies and procedures
• Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the instruction/learning process
• Ability to learn and promote innovative ideas and skills, and to collaboratively solve problems
• Ability to maintain classroom discipline and use effective classroom management skills
• Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks, maintain records, and meet schedules and deadlines
• Ability to provide an exceptional educational experience to all students
• Ability to use conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills
• Ability to provide clear and focused instruction, and motivate students, by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students
• Ability to relate positively to people of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various disabilities
• Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations
• Ability to operate a computer, iPad, Chromebook, and other office equipment, and to implement computer skills into daily classroom instruction

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in education and academic preparation in teaching preferred. Successful elementary public school experience preferred. Or, any combination of targeted job-related education and experience which provides the applicant with the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work and that meets applicable requirements of the position may be considered.
• Required Licenses/Special Requirements: Washington State Teacher Certification with endorsement in Special Education. Experience with behavior disordered and at-risk students preferred. May be required to have a valid State of Washington Driver's license. Valid First Aid/CPR Card may be required.