Special Education Teacher - Integrated Social Emotional Program

Qualifications

Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for assignment with an endorsement in special education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; Master's preferred
Successful teaching experience with special education students, preferred
Ability to develop and implement behavior intervention programs
Knowledge of effective behavior intervention strategies and ability to implement Behavior Intervention Plans
Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral form
Possesses enthusiasm toward teaching and student learning
Experience with employing a precise behavioral management system for students within a positive learning environment
Experience in writing behavioral objectives based upon students' individual needs
Experience with employing the procedures of daily continuous measurement for maintaining adequate and current progress records
Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self-discipline
Familiarization with state standards and testing
Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional tool
Willingness to participate in staff development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

Essential Functions

• Implements and prepares lesson plans
• Integrates technology into planning, learning, and required record-keeping activities including IEPs using IEP.
• Delivers instruction using the prescribed curriculum and provide for individual differences
• Implements effective teaching strategies related to the individualized learning needs and developmental stage of students
• Effectively teaches students of varying abilities
• Gains the respect and confidence of students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attire
• Develops favorable relationships with students; listens to, cares for, and works collaboratively with them
• Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds; different learning styles, and various disabilities
• Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly when problems occur, and helps students toward self-discipline
• Maintains classroom discipline through use of effective classroom management skills
• Maintains appropriate student records
• Communicates student progress to parents, as directed
• Actively engages students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities
• Works as an effective member of the grade/content area team, staff, and community to evaluate and improve student learning
• Cooperates as a professional team member and perform faculty duties including student supervision
• Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Collective Bargaining Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements

Benefits/Compensation

Salary range: $66,175 - $124,733 (includes Base & TRI enrichment; commensurate upon FTE, degree, credits and experience)
Additional Compensation: Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range such as, but not limited to TRI professional learning, extended year days, extra appendix E supplemental days and professional development reimbursement.
Details can be found in the VEA CBA.

Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits.
Details can be found here.

Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE.
Details can be found here.

Time Off: Includes paid time off, sick, personal, religious, military and bereavement leave.
Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).
Personal Leave: 3 days per school year
Details can be found in the VEA CBA.