Preschool Special Needs Teacher P27-55

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Revised 7/11/16
WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
 
Position:                      Preschool Special Needs Classroom Teacher
 
Evaluated by:              Principal/Assistant Principal
 
Job Description:          The Preschool Special Needs Classroom Teacher is assigned as a generalist to deliver a comprehensive educational program in accordance with state law and West Virginia Board of Education and county policies and regulations.
 
Qualifications:             Holds or qualifies for a West Virginia Professional Certificate endorsed for preschool special needs.
                                    Qualifies or agrees to qualify as a “Highly Qualified Teacher”.
 
Length of Employment:  200 Days
 
Responsibilities:           The Preschool Special Needs Classroom Teacher shall have the following responsibilities and duties:

1. To implement the programs of study approved by the West Virginia Board of Education

2. To create and maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning for all students.
3. To utilize instructional management systems models that increase student learning.
4. To monitor student progress toward mastery of content standards and objectives.
5. To communicate effectively with the educational community and parents/guardians on a

6. To demonstrate competence in standards-based lesson design and implementation.
7. To implement the state and county assessment program in accordance with state and county policies.
8. To implement federal and state-mandated initiatives at the preschool level.
9. To complete and submit all reports in a timely manner as required by law, the West Virginia Department of Education, and/or the county Board of Education.
10. To report the presence of any situation that may be harmful to the health and safety of the students and/or staff.
11. To screen and complete evaluations for any child who has learning deficiencies.
12. To participate in the development of the Individualized Education Program for each student assigned to the preschool special needs caseload.
13. To participate in appropriate aspects of the due process system.
14. To advise the principal of the presence of any situation that may require immediate intervention so as not to hinder the instructional program.
15. To complete duty assignments as designated by the principal.
16. To communicate to parents/guardians the progress and/or deficiencies of students.
17. To accept responsibility for the behavior of the students assigned.
18. To supervise students at all times in accordance with state, county and school policies.
19. To attend all faculty senate and other required meetings.
20. To fulfill annual continuing education requirements and attend other required training programs.
21. To report student attendance as legally required and in accordance with county policy.
22. To maintain and order supplies and equipment necessary for the successful operation of the instructional program.
23. To accept reasonable extra duty assignments necessary for a successful preschool program.
24. To use benchmarks and formative assessment on a regular basis to guide instructional plans.
25. To participate in school and district in-service trainings to gain knowledge of school and district initiatives.
26. To establish and maintain standards of classroom management that foster a learning environment.
27. To provide individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.
28. To maintain professional work habits.
29. To maintain and upgrade professional skills.
30. To meet all professional responsibilities.
31. To perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Preschool/Preschool Special Needs Coordinator.