SpEd Teacher Dallas

Date:
June 2011
Job Title: Special Education Teacher/ARD Facilitator Reports to: Principal and Director of Special Education
Primary Purpose:
To ensure that the school's special education program provides necessary services for students with disabilities. Work with parents, general education teachers, and administrators to develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Ensure compliance with all federal, state and district requirements.
Qualifications:
Education/certification: Bachelors Degree, preferably in the area of Special Education Valid Texas teaching certificate in the area of Special Education Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law Knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities Knowledge of and compliance with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process Knowledge of the development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process Knowledge of and compliance with the Transition process General knowledge of grade level curriculum Ability to communicate with all levels of special needs students and their parents Ability to communicate effectively with school staff and administrators Ability to communicate effectively with and receive guidance from supervisors Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs Experience: Teaching experience in special education strongly preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional and Program Management
Special Education Teacher/Inclusion Facilitator Page 2 of 3 1. Work collaboratively with campus administration to ensure ongoing child find efforts including but not limited to review of general education records and requesting special education records according to specific timelines. Schedule and conduct Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to ensure the appropriate placement and development of individual education plans for students with disabilities within specific timelines. Schedule Full and Individual Evaluations/REEDs ensuring that all timeline requirements are met. Collaborate with general education teachers and administrators to provide special education accommodations and services to special needs learners. Ensure student individualized education programs (IEPs) are appropriately written and implemented. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular basis, and that the findings are used to make special education services more effective. Update and send IEP Report Cards to parents at the same time that the general report cards are sent. Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support general education teachers in accomplishing educational goals. Ensure compliance with all state mandated assessments and alternative assessments, including their selection and administration. Assist the campus administrator with the Response to Intervention process. Develop and implement transition services for special education students as determined by the ARD. Serve as campus resource person and trainer for all campus staff to support students with disabilities. 13.Ensure that campus curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs. 14.Seek assistance as needed from Special Education program supervisor. Student Management 15. Demonstrate support for the campus's student management policies and assist with behavior management strategies as they relate to students with disabilities. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
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Special Education Teacher/Inclusion Facilitator Page 3 of 3 Policy, Reports, and Law 17. 18. 19. Recommend sound policies to improve program. Implement Responsive Education Solutions Special Education school board policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. Compile and maintain all reports, records, and other documents required by law and/or the Director of Special Education.
Potential Supervisory Responsibilities:

Special Education Aide
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress Occasional prolonged and/or irregular hours
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be assigned or required.

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