PRIMARY FUNCTION

 

Under the immediate supervision of the site administrator and general direction of the Director of Special Education, and as a member of the school staff, shall provide an educational program for students eligible for special education at the pre-school level and assist in other school programs as assigned. Shall work with other District employees and parents in creating an overall school environment conducive to learning for the students in the District.

 

Professional Responsibilities

1. Compile and analyze data as required for documentation and program planning.

2. Comply with state and federal regulations and District procedures regarding implementation of IDEA.

3. Maintain accurate special education records and logs for individual students.

4. Maintain personal standards of dress and grooming in accordance with District policy.

5. Maintain standard of promptness in carrying out assignments.

6. Maintain understanding of and implement current educational practices acquired through professional literature, and by attending conferences and site and District meetings.

7. Meet obligations as specified by the Education Code and Board Policy.

8. Participate in District and school activities such as staff meetings, staff development and trainings.

9. Participate in school and community-related activities such as School Site Council, PTA special projects, etc.

10. Share responsibility for the effective operation of the school program.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

Instructional

1. Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.

2. Consult with DIS providers regarding individual student’s IEPs.

3. Coordinate assessment procedures with IEP team members including staff from early intervention programs, e.g., gather data, conduct evaluation procedures, write evaluation reports, and communicate with parents and teachers.

4. Coordinate IEP development, e.g., schedule meeting dates, contact participants, assist parents, and other activities necessary to develop and complete IEPs.

5. Coordinate special education services and consult with general education teachers as needed.

6. Implement an appropriate behavioral classroom management system and assist general education teachers in implementing behavior goals and plans.

7. Participate in consultation and Student Study Team meetings as appropriate.

8. Plan, develop, evaluate and implement appropriate Individual Education Program.

9. Provide instructional services to individuals, small groups and whole class using research-based materials and interventions in order to fulfill the goals specified on the Individualized Education Programs and grade level curricula.

10. Provide resource information/materials to parents and staff and provide in-service training to general education and special education support staff.

11. Provide timely and effective early intervention assistance (Response to Intervention Model) for students struggling with academics and/or behavior.

12. Serve as Case Manager, of assigned students only, to monitor student progress on a regular basis and manage the review and revision of IEPs.

13. Understand and organize subject matter for student learning, including demonstration of knowledge of grade-level content standards and student developmental readiness.

14. Use appropriate technology to provide instruction to students and communication with students, parents and staff.

 

Other Duties and Responsibilities

 

Under the direction of his/her supervisor, the Specialized Academic Instructor may be assigned to:

 

1. Administer State and District assessments in accordance with established guidelines.

2. Collaborate with District offices in distributing and collecting paperwork to facilitate communication and adhere to laws and policies.

3. Assist students with social, hygiene, and prevocational skills.

4. Assist with bus boarding and departing.

5. Assist with preparing, serving, and feeding meals and delivering instruction during meals.

6. Plan and coordinate the work of instructional assistants, and as requested by the supervisor, participate in the selection of these employees.

7. Select books, instructional aids, materials and supplies for his/her program, and maintain required inventory records.

8. Assist students through age six with toileting issues as needed.

9. Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.

10. Conduct off-site observations which include but not limited to students’ home or early intervention program.

 

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS

 

Bachelor’s degree, including all courses to meet current credential requirements. Credential(s) to meet the requirement of the assignment as established by state and local governing boards.

 

EXPERIENCE

 

Although teaching experience is recognized as being desirable, successful completion of a studentteaching program will be accepted with above average recommendations from supervisors or other professionals who have observed the teacher’s personal characteristics, scholastic attainment and classroom performance.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

 

Knowledge:

 

Demonstrate knowledge regarding the disabilities of the students served and appropriate researchbased materials and instructional methods/strategies to meet their needs.

 

Possess working knowledge of the IEP process as well as a clear understanding of special education regulations and guidelines.

 

Knowledge of student health concerns and ability to perform necessary emergency procedures such as EpiPen administration, allergy response, etc.

 

Ability:

 

Communicate with competent oral and written English skills. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Maintain confidentiality and use discretion. Use tact, patience and courtesy.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Environment:

Indoor and outdoor work environment.

Driving between sites.

 

Physical Abilities:

 

Bend at the waist, knee or crouching to assist students.

After training, restrain students who are physically aggressive.

Lift non-ambulatory students.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.

Hear to respond to discrete differences in sounds.

Lift and carry books, materials and equipment to execute lessons and presentations.

See to read, prepare, review and monitor students at student activities.

Sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Walk extended lengths to move around campus.

 

Hazards:

 

Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with blood and other body fluids. Potential exposure to physical injury from aggressive behavior.