Early Childhood Classroom Teacher at Wilson Creek

DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood

CLASSIFICATION: Certified

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education / Building Principal

EVALUATION: Early Childhood Classroom Teachers are evaluated by the building principal or director of special education. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education's policy on the Evaluation of Professional Personnel, developed pursuant to State law.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-Time. Salary and Benefits are based on the collective bargaining agreement

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Professional Educators License (PEL) with an Early Childhood Special Education (ECSC) endorsement or equivalent ECT
Competence with curriculum, diagnostic instruments, and research-based/evidence based interventions
Must be able to lift, move, or push items of 50 pounds such as assisting children
Positive attitude, excellent work ethic and organizational skills

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrate support for the mission, beliefs, and goals of MSD114
Identify student needs, make appropriate referrals, and develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) that meet State and Federal Guidelines
Develop lesson plans, and instructional materials that allow for the provision of individualized, whole group, or small group research-based instruction and also allows students access to the general education curriculum
Implement and support students' IEP, including long-range goals and short-term objectives
Effectively communicate with parents by means of newsletters, e-mail, notes, phone calls, and individual parent conferences
Create and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning that supports optimal educational experiences
Plan and conduct activities that provide a balanced program of instruction, including allowing time and opportunity for students to observe, question and investigate
Foster cooperative social behavior through activities/group projects, and assist students in forming satisfying relationships with staff and peers
Evaluate student academic and social/emotional growth by monitoring individual educational plans, behavior plans, progress reports, and determine the least restrictive environment that can meet the student's needs
Conduct ongoing assessments of the academic, behavioral, emotional, and physical performance of each student
Confer with parents/guardians, other teacher colleagues, support staff, specialists, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems
Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare all reports and paperwork as required by federal and state laws; district policies, and administrative regulations
Provide adequate information/data for all IEP meetings and conferences when considering placement or reassignment of students
Assist students with personal needs, including toileting and diapering, as needed
Requisition instructional materials and supplies necessary to facilitate long-range goals for students
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for paraprofessionals; and, work cooperatively, with the appropriate administrator, to evaluate their job performance
Maintain CPI certification
Assumes responsibility for other duties as may be assigned by the building principal

Terms of Employment: Salary and Benefits based on Collective Bargaining Agreement

Application Procedure: Complete application on Manhattan School District's Website: Apply Now!

Manhattan School District 114 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.