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Sec. Sp. Ed. ESL Exceptional Child Services (ECS)- LTS 2nd Semester at Mt. Pleasant

Employer
Providence School District
Location
Providence, RI, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

Position Type:
High School Teaching

Date Posted:
7/8/2021

Location:
Mount Pleasant High School

School/Location
Mt. Pleasant HS
Sp. Ed. ESL Exceptional Child Services (ECS) - LTS 2nd Semester

Job ID: 4277


Job Description
Contingent upon funding

Temporary teaching position - fill a long term vacancy through the end of 21/22 school year.

*Contingent upon funding

Under direction of the school principal and/or appropriate supervisor, the LTS (Long Term Substitute) will gain essential and meaningful teaching experience. Excellent performance in this capacity will position a teacher well to compete for permanent teaching positions in Providence Schools and elsewhere.

Compensation and benefits for this position are equal to the compensation and benefits of a regular teacher including salary according to the Providence teacher salary scale (including during school vacation) on a step determined by previous teaching experience (credit given for experience in accredited schools and/or in a certified capacity). Other benefits include paid sick days, generous health benefits, and paid professional development.

***Accommodations for virtual interviews will be made during this hiring season, please apply***

Under direction of the school principal and/or appropriate special education administrator, the special educator will instruct functional daily living skills and coordinate services for students with moderate to severe language, learning, behavioral and/or social skills deficient consistent with their Individual Educational Programs (IEP) ECS ESL special education teacher will carry the responsibility of educating children with disabilities who are diagnosed with a number of physical, mental and emotional disabilities.
The ECS ESL teacher will work with legally required federal paperwork called an IEP, or Individualized Educational Plan, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child. These goals can encompass both academic and behavioral concerns.
The ECS ESL special education teacher is required to complete the necessary transition assessments, services and supports for the children in their classrooms and the community.
The ECS ESL teacher will also be required to complete all of the necessary reporting and implementation for the R.I. Alternate Assessment.
The teacher also directs meetings with parents and staff regarding the planning and making of necessary adjustments throughout the year.
In the classroom, the teacher will work with children who can vary from moderate to severe and profound disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goals.
The teacher will also be able to provide and meet the students' personal care and functional goals and objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities
  • Collect, complete and analyze ESY data both as written documentation and also input into web-based program.Implement school to home strategies to maintain consistent attendance at ESY program.To implement effective teaching strategies for students with moderate/severe disabilities, including techniques and assistive technology used with the diagnosis of Pervasive Developmental delay (PDD)/PECS and severe behavioral/emotional disability.To implement the AAGSE curriculum in all areas of instruction at the elementary school level for students with severe to profound academic delays.To coordinate Life Skills activities and teaching strategies with teacher assistants and any/all support and related service personnel consistent with their IEP.To coordinate a parent component and work with families of students enrolled in this program for effective carry-over of activities from school to home.To coordinate with appropriate community agencies to provide appropriate social activities for students enrolled in this program.To implement all activities related to self-care skills which may include diapering and feeding of students.Any/all duties assigned by the Director of Special Populations or Building Principal.To monitor student progress on all aspect of instruction and goals and objectives.


Salary Rate Range
Teacher Salary Scale

RIDE Requirements
Sp. Ed. PK-12 Severe Profound with ESL
or
All Grades Sp. Ed. - Severe Intellectual Disability Grades PK-12 with ESL

Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience completing the RIAA is a preferred.Experience with implementing transition services and experiences preferred.Knowledge and experience working with students with moderate/severe disabilities including successful experience with PDD students and/or students exhibiting behavioral/emotional issuesExtensive coursework in the area of special education of the severe/profound disabled including the diagnosis of PDDKnowledge of community resources and wrap-around services for students with mild to severe disabilitiesKnowledge of current research and trends on educating students with mild to severe disabilitiesMonitor daily student attendance and implement Pro-active Strategies to increase student attendance at ESY.You must complete the new hire compliance training prior to your first day of employmentBilingual PreferredSelected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check. Selected candidates cannot begin work until passing their background check.

Company

We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak over 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin. In PPSD, the teachers and leaders set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among historically marginalized subgroups within the schools.  PPSD is a great place for those who desire an environment that supports their creativity and ingenuity, and respects their credentials and abilities as a teacher.  

Company info
Website
Telephone
4017147231
Location
797 Westminster Street
Providence
Rhode Island
02903
United States

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