Elementary Exceptional Student Education Teacher

Babcock Neighborhood School; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock Neighborhood Schools in Florida is seeking an experienced teacher of students with disabilities to support inclusive education and access to Florida standards in Pre-K–12 settings. The role focuses on implementing accommodations, collaboration with families, and adherence to district procedures.

You will lead IEP meetings, monitor progress, maintain records, and work with MTSS to develop effective interventions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year college/university.
• Experience as a teacher of students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of Pre-K–12 Florida standards, assessment (to include alternate assessment) and accommodations for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to State Board of Education Florida Statutes, school board rules, and procedures.
• Schedules and participates in IEP/AR meetings and related staffing.
• Ensures timelines for IEPs and re-evaluations are met and records are maintained.
• Assists in preparing and submitting required reports and audits.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Experience with students with disabilities

Florida standards & accommodations knowledge

Job description

Babcock Neighborhood Schools are seeking educators and employees who thrive in innovative, student-centered environments. Here, learning goes beyond the textbook. We believe students learn best when they are actively engaged in meaningful, real-world experiences and that starts with the teachers who guide them. At Babcock we are Growing World Changers!

JOB GOAL:

To enable all students to succeed in school and graduate with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to besuccessful workers and responsible citizens.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree from an accredited four-year college/university
• Experience as a teacher of students with disabilities
• Knowledge of Pre-K – 12 Florida standards, assessment (to include alternate assessment) and accommodations for students with disabilities, demonstrates knowledge of ACCESS point instruction

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Florida teacher certification or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and effective manner

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work beingperformed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties andresponsibilities required of all personnel within this position.

• Adheres to the rules and regulations as prescribed by the State Board of Education Florida Statutes, the school board, and administrative procedures.
• Schedules, facilitates and serves as district representative/LEA representative at all annual IEP meetings, amendment meetings, re-evaluation determination meetings, and other staffing/IEP meetings as needed.
• Ensures that all timelines designated by the federal and state regulations and district procedures are met. This includes annual IEP reviews and triennial re-evaluations.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits accurate and complete records and reports as required by the State Board of Education Florida Statutes, school board, and administrative procedures including audit preparation, FTE counts, per period counts andother tasks as assigned by ESE Director.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative procedures, and board policies. 6. Assists schools in the completion of necessary documents for psychological testing.
• Provides assistance to parents with support or information as needed.
• Develops and promotes activities and provides Professional Development to support inclusive education and LRE at alltimes.
• Acts as a resource to the school personnel in parents regarding ESE rules, regulations, compliance requirements, programneeds, school responsibilities, positive behavioral supports, discipline concerns, functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, and other ESE related concerns including implementation of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
• Assists with monitoring the staffing/placement process to assure that all necessary documents are in place prior to a student being staffed and/or identified as an exceptional student.
• Provides and/or assists with crisis intervention services for ESE staff and students as necessary. 12. Collaborates effectively with all school-based staff (school administration, counselors, related service providers, etc.) toensure appropriate services are provided for SWDs in all settings within the school.
• Mentors and demonstrates effective teaching strategies to teachers of ESE students.
• Conducts articulation IEP meetings between appropriate schools for exceptional students.
• Participates in the MTSS process when time permits, to provide suggestions for appropriate interventions. 16. Assists teachers with IEP development.
• Ensures IEPs are implemented as written, to include: accommodations, minutes, LRE, goals and objectives, behavior interventions, and all other areas.
• Attends all district level meetings as required by ESE Director.
• Monitors behavior and academic achievement data and utilizes problem-solving processes to determine appropriate supports and interventions at all tiers.
• Performs other job-related functions as may be assigned by the ESE Director.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Not applicable