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JOB DESCRIPTION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the School Principal the teacher is responsible for the education of assigned students and will create a flexible program and class environment favorable for learning and personal growth. The teacher will establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and the knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education, and do so in accordance with each student's ability. Professional relations will be developed and maintained with other staff and parents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*
1. Develop IEP for each student.
2. Develop appropriate lesson plans consistent with IEP goals and objectives, following a consistent format.
3. Teach subject matter, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other appropriate learning activities.
4. Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs, and utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences.
5. Utilize computers and technological classroom support equipment for student instruction, as well as to improve teacher knowledge in this area.
6. Control the storage/use of district property; make minor adjustments and request repairs as required.
7. Maintain classroom organization and discipline.
8. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
9. Provide and maintain a safe and supervised environment in the classroom and on the school grounds.
10. Administer and score norm reference tests, and interpret standardized norm-referenced tests in determining eligibility for special education services and providing diagnostic information for education programming. District will train teachers to administer required tests.
11. Observe, record, analyze, and summarize the behavior of students referred for evaluation or otherwise indicated as requiring such, in the regular classroom setting and other
12. Devise and utilize techniques which accurately measure student progress.
13. Develop/adapt, administer, score, and interpret curriculum based assessments in making educational program decisions.
14. Evaluate student's academic and personal growth keeping appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
15. Communicate with parents through conferences and other means discussing academic and personal progress; interpret school programs.
16. Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff in academic and personal growth areas.
17. Demonstrate IEP and staff team leadership capabilities.
18. Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
19. Conform to District policies, including attendance, absences and evaluations.
20. Supervise, meet with, and plan for Teacher Assistants.
21. Maintain professional competence through inservice education activities provided by the district and through self selected professional growth activities.
22. Understand parent and student rights and maintain parents' and student's rights to confidentiality.
23. Attendance must be adequate to acceptably perform listed job functions.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS*
1. Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
2. Select and requisition books and instructional materials; maintain required inventory records.
3. Participate in faculty meetings and committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
4. Perform other job duties specific to the particular position as specified in writing by Principal and Special Education Director.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Necessary to Performance of Essential Functions:
1. Possess problem solving skills.
2. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, school staff, district staff, and patrons.
3. Communicate effectively.
4. Has knowledge of State Core Curriculum and Board of Education adopted guidelines.

Required Education and Training for Essential Functions:
1. Valid Utah teaching license and subject specific endorsement, or alternative program leading to license.

GRAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Grand County School District