EMIN0322630-9016
2024-11-14T00:00:00
2024-10-08T00:00:00
Title: Special Education TeacherQualifications: As set by state certification authoritiesBasic FunctionUnder the direction of the Supervisor of Special Education the Special Education Teacher shall perform diagnostic evaluations and provide instruction essential for the education of students with disabilities. The special education program shall be consistent with State Education Department regulations as outlined in the Commissioner’s Regulations, Part 200 of the New York State Education Law, current School Board policies and District administrative practices that will provide students with disabilities with the opportunity to develop in relation to their abilities. Organizational RelationshipThe Special Education Teacher is responsible to the Supervisor of Special Education and Evaluator of Record in the completion of all responsibilities. The Supervisor, in coordination with the building principal where the special education teacher is assigned, shall supervise all special education teachers. Specific DutiesProvides for coordination of special education and integration of students in to the instructional programCoordinates the flow of educational programs for students with disabilities through the assessment, instructional and evaluation phases.Participates in referral, evaluation and CSE meetings as requested.Arranges IEP conferences with parents.Participates in department and building staff meetings.Assesses students with disabilities utilizing diagnostic instruments to provide for differentiated instruction.Establishes and maintains current knowledge of disability classifications, characteristics and applies research based instructional practices and strategies.Acts as an advocate for the least restrictive environment (LRE) for all students.Creates and maintains a healthy, stimulating inclusive learning environment within the classroomTeaches students at their appropriate instructional level utilizing appropriate materials while allowing access to grade level curriculum.Ensures compliance with IEP documentPerforms all case management duties for students assigned to their caseloads.
Teacher
Elmira City School District
Southern
Fixed