Special Day Class Teacher

Current Vacancy:Full-Time 1.0 FTE, 40 hours/week - Santa Maria Basic Function:To act as a Special Day Class Teacher for the Santa Barbara County Education Office, Special Education Program. Responsibilities include assessment, instruction and evaluation of Special Education students, and consultation with parents. Representative Duties:• Plan, develop, write and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) to meet pupil needs, with the active participation, coordination and/or consultation of parents and/or guardians, physicians, therapists, outside agencies and support staff.• Instruct or direct the instruction of individuals with exceptional needs; work with students individually or in small groups on goals described in written instructional plans; and identify activities and materials needed to achieve these goals.• Plan and implement a program of evaluation to determine academic, social and/or emotional growth; maintain up-to-date cumulative, specialized student records on individual pupil progress; adjust objectives as needed; and revise individualized education program as appropriate.• Supervise, plan responsibilities, and evaluate performance of instructional assistants and assigned volunteers.• Develop and maintain professional relationships with school and staff where program is located.• Plan and implement program of maximum integration in school and community settings; interface with core curriculum when appropriate.• Develop vocational and community training sites, and implement instruction in these sites as appropriate.• Provide in-service training for staff and parents regarding instructional programs, as appropriate. Coordinate parent counseling, training and other services through direct communication with parents and other agencies (TCRC, Mental Health, etc.).• May provide specialized health care services to medically fragile students as outlined in the student's Individualized Education Plan and under the supervision of the school nurse. Qualifications:Possession of a valid Valid CA Special Education Specialist Credential authorizing service in Early Childhood Special Education required, or willingness to pursue appropriate certification. Experience and/or training appropriate to fulfill requirements of the position. Possession of a valid California Driver’s License if required by the duties of the assignment. Length of Work Year186 days Salary$73,414 - $144,021/year + $2,000 MA stipend (based on full-time employment)