Crawford County R Ii Schools

Crawford County R-1 School District offers a competitive salary schedule, benefits, and a positive work environment. The School District operates on the 4-Day School Week schedule. Job Description Title: Special Education Teacher Reports to: Principal / Special Education Director SummaryTeachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAn individual who holds this position is required to:Provide instruction to studentsCreate and implement a classroom disciplinary planCreate lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instructionParticipate in building, grade level and subject area committeesParticipate in professional development activitiesMaintain accurate student records including attendance, grades and disciplineComplete and submit forms and required reports in a timely mannerCommunicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concernsParticipate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team or other student assistance teams as requestedImplement special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs and individual health plansReport suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policyPrepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacherSubject area teachers may have additional duties and responsibilitiesPerform other duties as assigned Supervisory DutiesSupervise students at all times QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's DegreeCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate Skills and AbilitiesLanguageAn individual who holds this position must have the ability to:Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations and guidance Complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parentsPresent information effectively and respond to questionsWrite clear and complete lesson plans ComputationAn individual who holds this position must have the ability to:Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inferenceApply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations ReasoningAn individual who holds this position must have the ability to:Solve a variety of problems in many different situationsInterpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule formApply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students Other Skills and AbilitiesAn individual who holds this position must have the ability to:Identify needs and abilities of individual students and to adapt instructional methods accordinglyEstablish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parentsPerform multiple tasks simultaneously TechnologyAn individual who holds this position must have the ability to:Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet useUse district software for recording grades and finding student informationUtilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physical DemandsAn individual who holds this position must have the ability to:Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneouslyMove around the classroomRead handwritten or printed materialAttendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position. The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Conditions and EnvironmentThe individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform such tasks as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess.

Terms of Employment: Salary determined annually by the Board of Education. Crawford County R-1 School District offers a competitive salary schedule, benefits, and a positive work environment. The School District will operates on a 4-Day School Week schedule.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluation of certificated staff. Board approval: August 27, 2013