Special Education Teacher - Resource Room

Anova Education; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Anova Education is looking for a Special Education Teacher for the Resource Room in Farmington, Maine. The candidate will provide appropriate education for students with disabilities, manage IEPs, and communicate effectively with parents and staff. A Bachelor's in Special Education and a Maine DOE Certification are required; experience is preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply. The position follows the school year schedule, and attendance is required from 8:30 a.m. to 3:42 p.m. during school days.

Qualifications

• Maine DOE Certification (282) Teacher: Child with Disabilities K-8 required.
• Experience in special education preferred.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction using appropriate curriculum.
• Monitor student behavior across school settings.
• Develop and send quarters reports to parents.

Skills

Knowledge of current research, theory, and pedagogy related to students

Ability to communicate effectively with parents and teachers

Classroom management skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Special Education

Master’s Degree in a related area

Job description

Special Education Teacher – Resource Room

Job Goal(s): Provide an appropriate and quality education for identified students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of current research, theory, and pedagogy related to students.
• Displays a philosophy consistent with the school district’s.

Certifications

• Maine DOE Certification
  1. (282) Teacher: Child with Disabilities K-8

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide daily specialized instruction using appropriate curriculum and supplementary materials to meet students’ IEPs.
• Perform all case management responsibilities for students with disabilities on their caseload.
• Schedule IEP meetings with parents and team; follow the processes for room reservation and substitutes for team members specific to the student’s school; inform the special services administrative assistant of the date and purpose of the meeting.
• Request information from general education teachers and related service providers regarding student progress ahead of the meeting to ensure reports are available should a team member be unable to attend, and to have the necessary information for the written notice.
• Ensure evaluations are sent to parents 3 days before the meeting.
• Introduce and/or facilitate the IEP meeting.
• Take pertinent notes and develop the written notice for the meeting.
• Develop and send to parents progress reports of progress on goals quarterly, along with general education report cards.
• Develop and send all appropriate special education documentation (written notice, IEP, eligibility documentation, consent documentation).
• Communicate with parents of students on caseload regarding progress or when requested by parents.
• Plan a program schedule for students in consultation with classroom teachers.
• Provide training, direction, and supervision to education technicians.
• Organize and maintain the classroom structure to maximize instruction.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and safety procedures.
• Monitor student behavior across all school settings and provide consultation and assistance as needed.
• Administer, score, and summarize results of assessment measures given to students.
• Establish and maintain a system of evaluating and documenting student progress.
• Act as a resource by providing informal consultation to classroom teachers and other professionals as requested.
• Establish and model positive and open relationships with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Participate in staff development activities and school duties and responsibilities appropriately.

Education

• Bachelor’s from an accredited college or university in Special Education.
• Master’s Degree in a related area preferred.

Experience

• Experience preferred.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Working Schedule

• School year only (180 days).
• Elementary hours 8:30 a.m. – 3:42 p.m.

Travel Requirements

• Travel between schools may be required at times.

Reports To: Special Education Director/Assistant Director and Principal.

Terms of Employment: As determined annually by the District.

Evaluation: Completed annually by school Principal or Director of Special Education.

FLSA Status: Exempt.

Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.