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Teacher - Pre-K Special Education Bilingual Evaluation Team (SY 22-23)

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Under direction of the school principal and/or appropriate supervisor/ Administrator and Consistent with the Providence Public Schools' vision and mission, the Special Education teacher is to work in partnership with parents, students, and the general education teachers to promote student achievement.

Additionally, Pre-K - Elementary Special Education will:
  • For students whose primary language is Spanish, Conducts, implements and develops alternate assessments consistent with RIDE regulations.
  • The special educator may implement, develop and case manage their students' services and IEPs in accordance with State and Federal Regulations.
EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
  • BA in applicable field from accredited college or university
  • Ability to instruct and support students at the Pre-K and elementary level.
  • Ability to develop and implement appropriate goals and objectives for each individual student.
  • Fluent in Spanish
RIDE REQUIREMENTS:
ECH PK-2 Sp. Ed. Level
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES
  • May administer appropriate district curriculum which is aligned with the Rhode Island State Standards;
  • May provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in various settings aligned to goals and objectives of the students' IEPs;
  • Work and teach collaboratively with the general education teachers and para-professionals utilizing the co-teaching model, sharing planning and instructional responsibility for all students;
  • May develop and implement Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities within regulatory timelines;
  • May complete quarterly progress reports per RI Regulations and ensure that the goals and objectives of their students' IEPs are implemented;
  • Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a supportive environment;
  • May provide a classroom management/discipline plan ensuring safety at all times;
  • May help develop and implement behavioral intervention plans as identified by student need;;
  • Integrate technology into the instructional program;
  • May provide individual and group interventions to students in the Response to Intervention Process;
  • Implement scientifically-based instruction to support the unique academic, social, and behavioral needs of students as appropriate;
  • May collect, administer and report progress monitoring data for all student goals;
  • Adhere to federal, state, and local mandates in special education;
  • May schedule and case manage three (3) year re-evaluations for students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal regulations;
  • Ensure that students with disabilities receive a free appropriate education in the least restrictive environment;
  • Proficient in the language of instruction
  • Participates in district and school-based professional development activities;
  • Maintain a web based portfolio and outcomes data on all of the children assigned to the pre-k class;
  • Develop and provide daily, authentic pre-k learning experiences aligned with the RI Early Learning Standards for all students;
  • Participate in timely data input services for Medicaid billing, utilize the web-based IEP system, and participate in the time studies for administrative Medicaid claiming as scheduled;
  • Collaborate and co-teach with general education teachers to provide access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment;
  • Utilize positive behavioral supports as appropriate
  • Work professionally with administrators, staff, parents, and community;
  • Develop a classroom climate that promotes positive learning conditions
  • Ensures that the appropriate accommodations and modifications are being implemented to meet the special needs of their students;
  • Provide differentiated, developmentally appropriate pre-k learning experiences aligned with the RI Early Learning Standards;
  • Collaborate with general education teachers to monitor student progress;
  • Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests;
  • Provides and implements appropriate accommodations for all types of formal assessments;
  • Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS
  • Good communication and human relations skills needed in order to collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, students, parents and community agencies.
  • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a member of the Team of Qualified Professionals and all school teams to implement administrative policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Microsoft Office applications, email, web applications, and industry specific technology.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO).

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.  

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

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