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Special Education/Elementary Education Teacher, Dual Certification - Blades Elementary 

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
• 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.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other district office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note:    The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• 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.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• Delaware State Certification as a Special Education Teacher and Elementary Teacher - 1521 (See attached)  Information about Delaware Certification/Licensure can be found on the Delaware Department of Education website: https://deeds.doe.k12.de.us/
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment. 
   
  
• TEMPORARY POSITION:        NO
              Note:   All temporary positions will end on June 30th.
  NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - 188 Days
  Note:  Months/days will be pro-rated to start date.
  FULL TIME OR PART TIME:    Full Time
  ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS:        Yes
  PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION:  Yes
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
  Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500
  NOTE:  A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District. 
  APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application. 
  NOTE:  Currently employed staff members interested and certified/licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website www.seafordbluejays.org no later than the application closing date referenced above. 
  SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:  All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system.  With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must call the Delaware State Police at (800) 464-4357 to make an appointment.  The cost of the criminal background check is $85 (expense borne by the prospective employee).  Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check - cost $14 (expense borne by the prospective employee).
Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.
The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work. 
The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position,  to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.
The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services.  Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.
The Seaford School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.
This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction.  Inquiries should be directed to:  Human Resources Director, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973.  Phone:  (302) 629-4587.
Elementary School Configuration:
West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through  Grade 5
Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.
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FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITON Professional - Teacher POSITION TITLE Elementary Teacher MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N) N CONTRACTUAL?  Y/N Y PAY SCALE Teacher FLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt MONTHS EMPLOYED 10  DAYS EMPLOYED 188 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day) JOB CODE P12200 DEPARTMENT 952300500 REVISED 9/2025