Special Education Teacher

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Job Goal: To provide a multi level system of interventions and supports for students who have a wide range
of learning, emotional, behavioral, physical and intellectual disabilities. Will teach in a collaborative effort of
various subjects, such as reading, writing, math, life skills, and social skills instruction.
Qualifications:
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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction special education certification, number 1810 or 1801 in the elementary school setting
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Ability to collaborate with parents, teachers, and community members in order to help students meet individual goals
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Passion for teaching students with various challenges. (physical, intellectual, communication, and/or behavioral)
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Must be willing to collaborate and/or act as a resource to regular education teachers
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Training and/or experience in teaching social communication and appropriate expected behaviors
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Must have a desire to work in a collaborative, team approach in supporting students
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Willingness to incorporate interventions in classroom activities
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Willingness to think creatively in instructional practices through a variety of methods to meet the individual student needs
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Strong planning skills
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Experience with developing and writing IEPs
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A desire to promote family involvement in school and community
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Highly developed interpersonal skills
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Experience with augmentative communication devices, Unique Learning Systems, EdMark, News2You, and adaptive equipment
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Excellent classroom management skills
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Support the PLC process for staff
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Willingness to support student's functional needs such as diapering, toileting, feeding, etc.
*Essential Job Functions:
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Must be able to:
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Arrive at work promptly and attend regularly
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Follow directions and work well with others
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Work under the stress of deadlines
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Concentrate and perform tasks accurately
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React to change productively
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Perform other tasks as assigned
Other Responsibilities:
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Demonstrated ability to:
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Work collaboratively
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Carry out emergency/crisis response procedures
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Perform all computer technology tasks associated with the position
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Maintain confidentiality
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Communicate positively/effectively with students, parents, staff, patrons
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Commitment to the Pulaski Board of Education Educational Philosophy
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Demonstrates skills in positive human relations and cultural competence
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Demonstrates skills in problem solving and conflict management
Reports To: School Principal and/or Director of Student Services
Candidate Requirements
- Cross Categorical Special Education
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Custom Questions
- Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications