Teacher- Special Education (Learning Support)

Qualifications

• Minimum, Bachelor's degree with a major in special education, or a related field; masters degree preferred.
• Hold valid and current PA special education certificate.
• Clear criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).

Performance Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
• Collaborates with administration, other staff, and parents to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and other special education administrative requirements.
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
• Diagnostics and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal and Sick time
• PSERS Retirement Fund