Job Abstract

TEACHER OF THE SEVERELY HANDICAPPED DEFINITION: Under the direction of an assigned administrator, provide a special education classroom for severely handicapped students to instruct and demonstrate essential skills and information necessary for functioning as independently as possible. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Participates in the preparation of the IEP and implements written instructional plans for students. Maintains complete records of change in behavior as stated in objectives and methods used. Holds conferences with other teachers who wish to discuss behavior or learning problems of students in their classes. Assesses and evaluates students and coordinates auxiliary services when necessary. Holds conferences with parents of students. Participates in all required meetings relating to students. At set intervals, review student's progress in meeting behavioral objectives to determine if student has made adequate progress to be returned to regular TMR classroom. Will, upon return of student to regular classroom, prepare a record of methods used to maintain acceptable behavior. Participates in various in-services to upgrade skills necessary to modify behavior. Perform related duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: a. Child development. b. Learning theory. c. Behavior modification. d. Instructional materials and methods. Ability to: a. Develop and provide appropriate instruction. b. Assess children's academic needs and performance. c. Work as a member of the special education team. d. Communicate educational goals and objectives to parents. e. Implement educational plans. f. Organize instruction based on individual and group needs. g. Assess and diagnose educational deficits and growth. Experience: Special education teacher experience is desirable, but not mandatory. Credential: Specialist Credential in Special Education - Severely Handicapped Restricted Specialist Credential in Special Education - Severely Handicapped Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Moderate/Severe Disabilities SUPERVISION: Works under the joint supervision of the principal and the district's Director of Student Services. Board adopted: 01/24/05