2025-26 Centennial Elementary School Special Education Teacher for Scio School District 95C

 

Min - Max Salary - $46,380.50 - $81,861.58 (based on experience)

 

MUST HAVE ENDORSEMENT in Special Education

 

Scio pays PERS

 

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

         Reports to: Building Principal and Special Education Director

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree required as appropriate for endorsement.
2. Hold or be eligible to hold an Oregon Teaching Certificate.
3. Hold appropriate endorsement(s).

 

Experience:

1. Successful completion of student teaching/internship assignment.
2. Previous experience in an educational setting desirable.

 

Additional Expectations:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills regarding the components of effective Instruction.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of content and teaching methods in area(s) of teaching assignment.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of developmental needs of students.
4. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
5. Evidence of ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative relationships with school personnel, students, and parents.
6. Demonstrate understanding and empathy necessary for working with students.
7. Demonstrate ability and desire to function as a team member.

 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

(Resource, Self-contained, O/T, Speech/Language Specialists)

Instructional Diagnosis and Planning

1. Assist in the identification and programming for handicapped students.
1. Actively participate in the student review and special services process..
2. After due process parental counseling, complete assessments which may result in the  identification of a handicap or specialized placement.
3. Participate in the development of the Individual Educational Program (IEP).

1. Plan instruction consistent with Individual Educational Program (IEP).
1. Use approved or modified district curriculum and/or adapted curriculum.
2. Use individual strategies and materials.
3. Prescribe appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives.
4. Translate Individual Educational Program (IEP) goals and objectives into instructional sequences.

1. Provide ongoing consultation services.
1. Assist staff in mainstreaming strategies.
2. Assist staff in modifications of regular curriculum within the classroom.
3. Assist staff in modifications of the learning environment.
2. Plan effective use of instructional time.
1. Allocate appropriate time for assessment, teacher planning, and consultation.
2. Allocate appropriate amount of time for instruction.
3. Organize materials and instruction to maximize instructional opportunities.
4.  Schedule students appropriately for the integration of all educational programs.

Instructional Interaction

1. Apply principles of teaching/learning to enhance student achievement.
1. Communicate high expectations for student learning
2. Explain learning objectives and tasks with clarity.
3. Use effective motivation and reinforcement techniques.
4. Select teaching and practice strategies appropriate to the objective.
5. Use effective strategies for retention of learning
6. Teach skills for critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, and independent learning in students.
2. Utilize teaching methods that are appropriate for the objectives and  learner to implement the individualized Educational Program (IEP).
1. Implement and instructional sequence to teach to an objective.
2. Use a variety of teaching materials and individualized strategies effectively,
3. Provide relevant examples and modeling.
4. Pace learning activities according to needs of students.
5. Maintain focus on instructional tasks.
6. Check for understanding.
7. Provide a review of relevant concepts and re-teach if necessary.
8. Assist students in making transitions from one objective/activity to another.
9. Use district and community resources to meet students’ needs.
3. Modify instruction to meet student needs.
1. Pace presentation of objective to match student achievement level and difficulty of task.
2. Offer the learner alternative ways of achieving objectives.
3. Adjust instructional strategies based on feedback from the learners.
4. Communicate effectively with learners.
1. Clearly present content and skills.
2. Provide clear, concise, and reasonable directions.
3. Offer appropriate levels of questioning and response.
4. Solicit student ideas and integrate these into instruction.
5. Involve students in the recall of relevant concepts and principles.
6. Allow appropriate time when seeking student responses.
7. Seek clarification of student responses when needed.
5.  Provide for and maintain student involvement during instruction.
1. Provide appropriate and frequent feedback.
2. Provide for active participation.
3. Provide opportunities for questioning, speculation, and originality.
4. Structure opportunities for students to relate instruction to their prior learning and experiences.
5. Hold students accountable for completion of work.

 

Evaluation of Instruction

1. Use evaluation of student outcomes to monitor the effectiveness of instruction provided  through the  Individual Educational Program (IEP) objectives.
1. Design and use evaluation strategies relevant to learning objectives and subject matter. 
2. Plan and implement evaluation processes for measurement of learning and continuous assessment.
3. Revise instruction and plan objectives based on assessment of student outcomes.

 

1. Communicate effectively student’s progress to student, parent/guardian, and staff.
1. Communicate with learner about his/her needs and progress.
2. Use district and special services reporting procedures.
3. Provide appropriate and timely information to parent/guardian based on students’ needs.

 

Instructional Management

1. Attend to tasks in a manner which maximizes instruction.
1. Organize classroom space and materials for effective use by students and staff.
2. Modify instruction, in response to unexpected events.
3. Attend to routine tasks in an effective and efficient manner.
4. Modify and/or adapt physical environment as indicated on the Individual Educational Program (IEP).
2. Maintain necessary student records.
1. Complete required record keeping in an accurate and thorough manner.
2. Complete building and district student records.
3. Complete information necessary for the district special services data management system and as required by state and federal agencies.
3. Assist in planning for appropriate use of assigned aides/volunteers.
1. Plan activities to be implemented by aides/volunteers.
2. Participate in team time schedules of aides/volunteers.

 

Learning Environment

1. Establish clear expectations for appropriate behavior.
1. Recognize and reinforce acceptable behavior.
2. Utilize an approach to student needs and feelings which are firm, fair, friendly, sensitive, and consistent.
3. Communicate appropriate expectations for student learning and provide opportunity for student success.
4. Serve as a model for students by showing sustained effort and enthusiasm for learning.
2.  Establish consequences for inappropriate behavior.
1. Recognize student problems and suggest appropriate alternatives.
2. Implement appropriate behavior management programs.
3.  Establish conditions under which students exercise self-discipline,honesty, leadership, and citizenship.
1. Encourage students’ expressions of respect for one another, self-pride, and success.
2. Provide opportunities for students to fulfill classroom/school leadership roles.
3. Promote proper study habits and completion of assignments.

 

Professional Responsibilities

1.  Participate in professional growth opportunities.
1. Participate in staff development activities, continuing education   courses, and/or professional organizations.
2. Remain current regarding ideas and methods.
3. Use self-evaluation to improve teaching skills.
4. Accept constructive advice and direct it toward improvement.
2.  Adhere to the code of ethics of the teaching profession.
3.  Recognize problems and actively contribute to their resolutions.
1. Offer assistance for resolving problems within the school environment.
2. Assist administrators in modifying school procedures and resolving issues.
4. Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to building and district goals and priorities.
1. Initiate and/or support ideas which contribute to the excellence of building and district programs.
2. Participate in cooperative planning with colleagues.
3. Subscribe to school/district goals and take proactive roles to achieve them.
4. Promote parent/guardian interest in school activities.
5. Work harmoniously with colleagues.
5. Demonstrate a concern for students’ health and safety.
1. Insure students’ awareness of proper emergency procedures within the building.
2. Recognize hazardous situations and act upon them.
3. Report any information involving suspected danger to the health and safety of the child.

 

General

1. Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner.
2. Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations, or procedures that may be established by the District or building administration.
3. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the building principal.
4. Collaborate with others to fulfill responsibilities related to building and district goals and priorities.
5.  Demonstrate a concern for students’ health and safety.

 Provide and protect the right of access and confidentiality for faculty and students.