Special Education Teacher Radiant Elementary

Position Criteria

• Valid State of Iowa teaching license required.
• Instructional Strategist I or Instructional Strategist II : BD / LD or ID or willingness to obtain necessary endorsement
• Previous classroom teaching experience preferred.

Performance Criteria :

Strong collaboration and communication with parents AEA teachers and support staff

Successful experience serving students with challenging behavior

Successful experience working with elementary learners on the autism spectrum

Knowledge of functions of behavior as they relate to developing and implementing appropriate behavior intervention plans

Experience with challenging behaviors and a willingness to serve on the building response team

CPI certification or willingness to obtain CPI certification

Ability to teach in both a pull-out special education setting and collaborative general education setting

Ability todirect classroom associate(s) with positive leadership skills

Evidence of strong organizational skills

Actively supports and effectively communicates Waukees mission and vision

Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of a Professional Learning Community and an ability to apply that understanding to a team situation

Solid understanding and proven application of the Framework for Meeting the Needs of All Students and implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Support

Demonstrates implementation of research-supported instructional and balanced assessment practices supporting differentiation and integration of skills and concepts

Understanding and experience with the workshop and gradual release models and commitment to differentiated instruction

Experience and proven ability in working with and growing diverse learners

Demonstrates willingness and desire to collaborate with instructional coaches and building and district leaders to continue to grow professionally

Desire for growth is evident through personal and professional goals

Record of recent professional learning and knowledge of current research

Proven ability to read and interpret a variety of types of data and expertise in data-driven decision-making to guide instruction

Understanding of formative assessment and evidence of using data to adapt to individual needs of students of all ability levels

Full support and implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports

Flexible highly motivated and enthusiastic about working with children

Evidence of effective routines and procedures that lead to a positive classroom environment that promotes student achievement

Articulate in oral and written communications

Proven communication with parents and families

NOTE : This position is offered as a temporary contract through the 25 / 26 school yearwith the potential to transition to a permanent role based on performance and aorganizational needs.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Computer Operation,EDI,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Cordova,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1