- Works with teachers of children with disabilities in grades preschool through grade 14
- Assist with Admission and Release Committee (ARC) Meetings, as necessary
- Monitor compliance of Special Education records.
- Ensure timelines are met for evaluations, annual reviews, etc.
- Attend trainings related to Special Education (Response to Intervention, Legal Updates, Procedures, Transition, Preschool, Instruction, Curriculum, etc.)
- Serve as mentor to new Special Education teachers.
- Participate in school/based Intervention Assistance Team process and/or collaborate with school staff on intervention plan development procedures.
- Assist with completing state level reports.
- Consult with the school personnel concerning the behavior and academic needs of students with disabilities.
- Serve on District Leadership PBIS Team
- Assist school and district personnel in obtaining previous school and due process records of students who have transferred into Logan County from other school districts.
- Review records to determine eligibility based on Kentucky Guidelines and appropriateness of the Individual Education Plan
- Ensure that data is maintained in regards to student performance levels and extended school year.
- Assist in maintaining the organization of special education folders.
- Assist in training new teachers (writing Individualized Education Plans, procedures, KY Core Academic Standards, Research Based Teaching Strategies, Formative Assessment, etc.)
- Assist in continuous evaluation/improvement planning of the Special Education program.
- Explore evidence-based programs/practices in core content areas for implementation with Special Education students.
- Assist in training teachers on topics related to curriculum and instruction.
- Provide guidance regarding best practices in instruction through observation and feedback.
- Provide support to parents by disseminating information to enhance understanding of psychoeducational issues, parenting skills, and involvement in their child’s education
- Support school staff in implementation and oversight of the Autism Cadre
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
Applicant needs to hold a teaching certification specific to special education. This applicant also needs to have a minimum of 5 years of experience in special education. |