This position pays an additional 15% + a $5,000 stipend per year.

 

Reports to:                   Building Principal and Director of Special Services

 

Supervises:                  Assigned Paraprofessionals, Students

 

Qualifications:             Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Assigned Subject(s) - Mild/Moderate; Hearing Impaired

                                      

Job Goal:                      Provide exceptional instruction to assigned students while working within the established policies and procedures of the district.

 

Employment Terms: 10 month Contract

Generally - 7 Hour 20 Minute Day, Exclusive of a (30) Minute Duty Free Lunch

 

FLSA Classification:  Exempt

Evaluation:                  Annually by Site Principal

Physical Demands:    This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

 

Regular Requirements:  Stand for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 100 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands and operate equipment; repetitive use of fingers and hands to operate equipment

 

Occasional Requirements:  Ability to administer CPR and First Aid

 

Visual Requirements:  Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus

 

Hearing/Speaking Requirements:  Adequate to exchange information

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

1. Establishes and implements classroom procedures designed to maximize student learning.
2. Prepares detailed weekly lesson plans for each assigned student consistent with the student’s IEP. Timely submits plans to assigned principal.
3. Prepares and presents lessons consistent with written lesson plans and best education practices. Complies with all Individualized Education Plans.
4. Uses formative and summative data to guide instruction and monitor progress toward IEP goals.
5. Monitors student progress toward IEP goals.
6. Maintains a neat and orderly classroom, including the physical arrangement of the room, student records, and materials.
7. Handles routine classroom discipline fairly.
8. Monitors student behavior in areas outside of the classroom, during lunch, recess, bus time, general education classes, and school assemblies.
9. Prepares and timely submits all required reports and evaluations for each assigned student.
10. Completes all required special education paperwork in a timely manner to meet compliance deadlines.
11. Attends and participates in all required meetings and conferences, including professional development and planning meetings.
12. Maintains complete and accurate student records, including attendance, performance and discipline records.
13. Provides professional and regular feedback to students and parents, ensuring compliance with all laws and district policies and procedures.
14. Participates in appropriate professional development opportunities.
15. Complies with all federal, state and local laws and board policies and procedures.
16. Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.
17. Plans and coordinates the work of teacher assistants, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
18. Creates a classroom climate conducive to learning through functional and attractive displays, learning centers and exhibits of student's work.
19. Provides a technology enriched environment to support student learning.
20. Maintains contact with parents and/or students via phone or written communications.
21. Facilitates and coordinates students in general education classes.
22. Monitors students’ general health.
23. Performs all other tasks as supervisor may assign.