at Maize USD 266 in Maize, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Purpose Statement
The Teacher - Moderate/Severe supports the instructional process with specific responsibility
for facilitating learning for special education students; instructing, assessing, and program
planning for students with a primary disability of autism, moderate to severe intellectual
disabilities, serious emotional and behavioral disorders, and multiple disabilities; monitoring
and evaluating student progress and behavior; researching, obtaining, and providing
instructional materials for special education services; serving as a resource for students,
parents, and District personnel; working within a pull- out environment or within a
self-contained classroom.
Essential Functions
1. Administers a variety of evaluative tools (e.g. developmental testing programs,
subject specific assessments, etc.) to assess student competency levels and develop
individual learning plans.
2. Administers first aid and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g. tube feeding,
toileting, diapering, etc.) to ensure appropriate care for children.
3. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and goals (e.g.
behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs,
vocational abilities, etc.) to provide feedback to students, parents, and
administration.
4. Collaborates with parents, instructional staff, other school personnel (e.g. OT, PT,
Social Worker, Vocational Needs Coordinator, etc.) to improve the overall quality of
student outcomes and achieve student educational plan objectives.
5. Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and subject specific
assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student
requirements.
6. Differentiates instruction (e.g. online curriculum, alternative curriculum, multimedia,
assistive technology, modified content, multi-sensory, etc.) supporting different
instructional avenues that address individualized learning within established
curriculum guidelines.
7. Informs parents and legal guardians of student progress to communicate
expectations, student's achievements, develop methods for improvement, and
reinforce classroom goals with family partners.
8. Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic,
interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
9. Maintains documents, files, and records (e.g. grades, IEPs, etc.); providing
up-to-date information and historical references in accordance with established
guidelines and legal requirements.
10. Manages student behavior supporting a safe and optimal learning environment.
11. Monitors students' behavior and/or activities in a variety of educational environments
(e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning
environment.
12. Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEP meetings, staff meetings, parent
teacher conferences, etc.) to convey and gather information required to perform
functions.
13. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records,
IEPs, progress reports, exit plans, data sheets, lesson plans, evaluations, etc.) to
document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
14.Reports incidents and appropriate documentation (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse,
suspected substance abuse, bullying, emergency safety intervention, etc.) to
maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment,
and adhere to the education code of ethics and school policies as a mandated
reporter.
15.Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents,
administrators, etc.) to resolve issues, provide information, and direction.
16.Supervises paraeducators (e.g. training, scheduling, supporting, etc.) to monitor
performance and ensure standards are achieved.
17. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective
functioning of the work unit.
Minimum Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of and ability to apply assessment instruments
Ability to operate standard office equipment and software applications
Ability to perform algebra and/or geometry
Ability to organize work, set priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate
group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions
Knowledge of appropriate codes, policies, regulations and laws
Knowledge of age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child
development; methods of instruction and training; basic disabilities; and behavioral
management strategies
Ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data
Ability to communicate with tact and patience
Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals
Ability to solve problems and analyze issues and create action plans
Ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and to remain flexible and creative
Ability to work under limited supervision
Education, Certification
Bachelors or Masters degree
KSDE Approved Licensure
Experience
Job-related experience within a specialized field is required
Physical Demands, Working Environment
This position generally requires the following physical demands: frequent lifting and carrying
up to seventy-five (75) pounds, some pushing, and/or pulling, significant stooping,
kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job
requires 30% sitting, 60% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under
conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in some varying atmospheric
conditions.
Attendance
All employees are expected to maintain satisfactory attendance and report to work on time
every day. Frequent unscheduled absences, including late arrivals and early departures, are
grounds for discipline, up to and including discharge.
Reports To: Building Principal
Clearances:
Cleared Background Check
Current TB Test
Maintains Certificates or Licenses
FLSA Status: Exempt
Terms of Employment: Per Negotiated Agreement
Evaluation: Per Board of Education Policy
