Primary Elementary School Special Education Teacher at Bradford Area School District in Bradford, PA

Job description

Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Director of Special Education, the teacher will be expected to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Essential Functions: (This is just a summary of skills and requirements for the position. For full details, please see the "Teacher" job description which can be found under the Human Resource tab of the district webpage.) - Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning. - Leads the process of developing appropriate, goal oriented Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students. - Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans. - Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed. - Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services. - Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school. - Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community. - Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws. - Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. - Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance. - Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. Temperament - Must possess excellent interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions. - Able to make judgments and work under high levels of stress in a rational, calm, and equitable manner. - Ability to get along well with staff, students, and the public. - Exhibits a positive attitude toward the position, i.e., follows established procedures in the performance of his/her duties. - Understands the importance of a pleasant, efficient response to all public inquiries and telephone calls, ensuring the accurate dissemination of that information to the proper District personnel. - Performs in an efficient, yet pleasant manner, managing both time and assigned tasks. - Exhibits a "team" sense of both operation and cooperation with management and staff members. Additional Duties - Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment - Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travel Requirements - Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Skills, Knowledge, Abilities - Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational