Summary
Description
Date Closing: Open until Filled
1.0 Special Education Teacher (Elementary)- St. James Public Schools
Date Closing: Open until Filled
Start Date: August, 2024
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
-Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
-Creates student IEPs in collaboration with support staff
-Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEP’s and behavior management plans.
-Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
-Effective communication with parents to bridge the home-school connection.
-Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending professional learning opportunities
Additional Duties
-Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
-Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
-Knowledge of differentiated instruction to meet student need
-Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
-Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
-Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
-Ability to organize and coordinate work.
-Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
-Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
-Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Education & Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree with coursework in in special education teaching, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
–MN Special Education License or ability to obtain license required.
A completed application must include a cover letter, resume, and three reference letters.
Any questions, please contact:
Liam Dawson, Elementary Principal
St. James Public Schools
ldawson@isd840.org
507-375-3325
