G rafton Integrated Health Network has openings for Special Education Teachers at our Richmond campus. These positions are based in a high school classroom, with students functioning in the moderate to severe range of intellectual functioning. Several of the students are unable to communicate verbally, so experience using a picture communication system or other electronic communication devices is preferred. Some students in these classrooms require supports and assistance with their daily life skills including hygiene and toileting.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under general supervision, plans and implements academic lessons, activities and plans for students in an assigned program. Assesses student's academic abilities and educational needs; develops goals and objectives for the academic portion of the student's IEPs. Develops, plans and implements lesson plans that meet identified goals and which incorporate student behavioral characteristics and communication abilities. Documents and evaluates student progress. Leads the work of Instructional Assistants who assist with the planning and implementation of daily lesson plans. Reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the daily operations of the classroom which involves ensuring a safe and supportive environment of students and staff. Manages student behaviors within the classroom or other instructional settings.
Assesses student academic abilities and needs and identifies related goals and objectives. Works with parents and other program staff which comprise a student's treatment team to develop a comprehensive IEP for each student. Develops lesson plans and activities which will teach and reinforce desired behaviors and targeted academic principles. Participates in treatment team meetings to discuss client needs, issues, progress, IEP modifications, etc.
Evaluates the effectiveness of provided academic lessons and teaching approaches and techniques and incorporates changes as necessary to ensure maximum benefit to the student. Reviews and evaluates student's work.
Documents and reports on student progress with regard to academic goals; and consults with other members of the student treatment teams to share information, observations, etc regarding student progress and behaviors.
Leads the work of academic support staff assigned to the class room. Oversees their implementation of identified lesson plans, and consults with support staff regarding observations and suggestions for student goals. Ensures appropriate documentation for progress reports, and daily data sheets. Provides guidance and assistance as needed.
Identifies and obtains necessary classroom supplies and equipment.
Implements crisis intervention strategies as needed. Documents and reports all incidents in accordance with policies and procedures.
Responds to inquiries from agencies, parents and/or guardians regarding student progress, goals, lessons, etc.
Prepares a variety of program related reports and documentation such as consequence records, incident reports, educational and behavioral logs, quarterly progress reports, etc.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Attends conferences and workshops to keep abreast of professional trends, developments and techniques.
Ensures the classroom is maintained, clean and safe.
Participates in taking students into the community for special events or learning experiences.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Requires a bachelor's or masters in special education or a related field.

Licensure: Requires valid Virginia teaching license or eligibility for conditional license.

Experience: Prefer 1 year of experience teaching students with special educational needs; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Grafton is an EEO/Tobacco Free Workplace

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