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Special Education Teacher/Case Manager

Employer
SAU 16
Location
Exeter, NH, US
Salary
Competitive
  • Position Type:
    Student Support Services/Special Education


  • Date Posted:
    4/26/2022


  • Location:
    Cooperative Middle School


  • Position Purpose

    Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

    Essential Functions
    • Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
    • Participates in Child Study Team meetings and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
    • Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
    • Develop student IEP's and ensure implementation and compliance.
    • Data collection on IEP goals to ensure meaningful progress is being made.
    • Provide IEP services and interventions.
    • Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
    • Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
    • Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
    • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
    • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
    • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
    • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.


    Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
    • Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
    • Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
    • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Experience with NHSEIS preferred.
    • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
    • Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
    • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
    • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
    • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.


    Qualifications Profile

    Certification/License:

    NH State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.

    Education:

    - Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

    - Masters Degree in Special Education.

    Experience:

    - Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

    Position Closing Date: May 18, 2022

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