Iftin Charter School Hiring for Education Specialist Teacher Job at San Diego, CA Full Time

Special Education Specialist Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Specialist/ Case Manager
Reports To: Instructional Leader

Summary: Under the direction of the Instructional Leader, the Special Education Specialist (SES) will work collaboratively with our Instructional Leader, Contracted Service Providers and staff to provide leadership and case management for our special education program. This SES will work closely with School Administration and the SPED team to ensure that all students with disabilities educational needs are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Adapts lesson/s for the purpose of implementing the IEP goals and meeting the special needs of students.

Monitors to ensure service delivery commitments are met, that the implementation date is discussed at IEP meetings and that services are implemented on time.

Monitors activities that ensure federal, state and SELPA guidelines and timelines are met.

Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.

Assesses student’s social needs (e.g. behavioral, motor development, communication, etc.) and academic needs (e.g. developmental level, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating students and family requirements, placement and success of the program.

Collaborates with school personnel, agencies and community agencies (e.g. social service agencies, caretakers, etc.) for the purpose of developing and modifying the program to maximize the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.

Supervises special education support staff assigned at the school and directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.

Ensure appropriate scheduling of staff and appropriate caseloads.

Instructs students with individualized special needs for the purpose of developing appropriate academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.

Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and an optimal learning environment.

Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.

5465 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego CA 92115 Phone: 619-265-2411 Fax: 619-265-2484

Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to
Education Code, district and/or school policies.

Other Job Functions:
Administers m edication, first aid and/or health care requirements as may be required for the purpose of providing specialized treatment and/or monitoring medical conditions of students.

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.)
Teacher – Special Education for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Provide support for RTI

Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Supervisory Responsibilities
May supervise the activities of several employees in the Special Education Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Iftin Charter School’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of internet software, spreadsheet software, word processing software, and email. Also, experience using Data Analysis software such as Data Director, and
Student Information System software such as Power School, plus a variety of other educational, financial, and administrative software tools is highly desirable. Experience in performance of functional behavior assessments, functional analysis assessments, development of behavioral plans and training and use of emergency behavioral interventions is desirable.

Education, Experience
This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university program. Must have previous experience in Special Education and experience teaching in a special education program. Knowledge of development and implementation of behavior management programs, plans and strategies for children with autism and other behavior disabilities is required. Experience in Behavioral Modification/Applied Behavioral

5465 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego CA 92115 Phone: 619-265-2411 Fax: 619-265-2484

Analysis/Functional Behavioral Assessments or Assistive Technology hardware and software is preferred. Must be highly qualified under No Child Left Behind.

Credentials and Certifications
Valid California Education Specialists Credential (Mild-Moderate) with Autism certification; valid English
Learner Certification; Criminal Justice background check and fingerprint clearance, and; TB clearance is required.

Other Skills and Abilities
Must possess knowledge of, and adherence to, current state and federal laws governing special education; be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must have an ability to maintain professional confidentiality and work collaboratively with peers. Work with school personnel and community members in a pleasant and cooperative manner. Must have experience and training in a variety of appropriate curriculum, instruction, classroom management, and intervention techniques.

Physical Demands T he physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand or sit for an extended period of time; be able to hear and speak to exchange information; to have dexterity of hands and fingers to use a computer keyboard, operate office equipment and other technology; to reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies; to physically restrain students if appropriate; to crouch, bend at the waist and balance; The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus in order to perform assigned duties.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in an office, computer lab, classroom and outdoor playground environment consistent with an elementary school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There may be some exposure to childhood or other diseases. Employee may be required to work, in emergency or urgent situations, outside of normal workdays and office hours.

ICS reserves the right to refine its Job descriptions at any time in the best interests of its student population.

5465 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego CA 92115 Phone: 619-265-2411 Fax: 619-265-2484

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location