POUN0273028-0000
2023-07-01T00:00:00
2023-09-11T00:00:00
NOTICE OF POSITIONPOSITION:The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, is interested in receiving application from qualified candidates for the position of:STUDENTS WITH EXCEPTIONALITIES TEACHER FOR LIFE SKILLS - ANTICIPATEDPOUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOLQUALIFICATIONS:New York State Certification in Special Education (elementary) is required. Graduate of a four-year regionally accredited college or a higher institution approved by the New York State Education Department. DUTIES:The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.To provide quality educational experiences that guarantee student development, the candidate will be required to: direct the learning activities of students in the 6th Grade Life Skills program in accordance with approved curricula and individual education plan goals. Key objectives are: development of age appropriate skills in communication, self-care, sensory regulation, behavior management, language and comprehension development, and expansion of foundational early education knowledge and skills. The selected candidate will work closely with parents and related service providers in guiding the growth and development of the students. The following are some of the responsibilities of this role:Plan, prepare and deliver group and individualized instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences that are developmentally appropriate for each student;Attend training in and conduct Alternative Assessments as required by regulation, as assigned;Develop, implement and progress monitor individual education plans of students with significant cognitive, academic, social, communication, sensory and adaptive skills needs;Direct and oversee the activities of paraprofessionals working with students in the classroom;Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;Identify and utilize varied instructional resources and methods to support the highly individualized learning needs of students at varying levels of development and skill;Instruct and monitor students in all areas of learning need, including daily living skills, hygiene, functional academics, social skills, community awareness and safety;Provide for the care and protection of school property;Use relevant technology to support instruction;Observe, evaluate, document and report student performance and development through IEP development and participation in CSE meetings and parent conferences;Monitor and encourage individual student progress;Maintain and update accurate and complete records of student progress and development as required by laws and district policies;Prepare required reports on students and activities;Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures, structures, routines and schedules appropriate for the population;Supervise, instruct in and enforce classroom, school, and district rules and procedures;Participate in department, school, and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate;Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the total school program;Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians;Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal, and other appropriate administrators.APPOINTMENT:Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.SALARY: In accordance with the PPSTA contractFINAL DATEFOR FILING: Open until filledTO APPLY: In addition to applying on OLAS, please visit and fill out an online Application on our website www.poughkeepsieschools.org The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure, which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
Teacher
Poughkeepsie
Mid-Hudson Valley
Annual wage
Fixed