TITLE: TEACHER SPECAL EDUCATION – BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

REPORTS TO: Assistant School Director or Administrator

JOB SUMMARY: To provide each physically and emotional challenged student with a program that will enable
him/her to reach their fullest developmental, behavioral, and academic potential

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In cooperation with Executive School Director Assistant School Direct and other staff members, plans and implements program of instruction consistent with VAC’s course of study and student’s individualized educational program
• Creates classroom environment conducive to effective learning and behavioral control, and which allows each student opportunity to grow to their maximum potential
• Evaluates each student’s learning needs and plans and provides individualized instruction to meet specific needs
• Participates in initial placement, review and annual evaluation meetings as required
• Maintains accurate and complete records as determined by law, program needs and VAC policy
• Coordinates efforts of professional staff to integrate students into regular program
• Carries out assigned supervision duties outside of classroom as teacher of regular students is required
• Participates in staff development activities as required
• Communicates pupil progress with parents and maintains effective school-community relations
• Collaborates with DIS service providers and outside consultants
• Ensures data collection summarization and evaluation procedures are constructed on a regular basis in conjunction with Behavior Support Manager and Program Administrators
• Performs other related duties assigned
• Adheres to principals of Applied Behavior Analysis in the development, implementation and evaluation of student educational programs.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be according to VAC ‘s Schedule

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with VAC’s Employee Handbook and Board Policies

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree in Education Previous teaching experience or successful student teaching
• Appropriate California Teaching Credential authorizing service to physically and emotional challenged students
• Knowledgeable in areas of: learning theory, Applied Behavior Analysis, human growth and development, curriculum and instructional strategies
• Ability to develop and promote appropriate social behavior in students
• Competence in area of assignment
• Sincere concern and respect for students
• Enthusiasm for teaching an ability to be dependable and flexibility
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents
• Experience working with children with autism and in the use of Applied Behavior Analysis

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES and REGISTRATION:

• Valid California Drivers License
• California Teacher Credential
• Valid and current CPR Certificate
• Valid and current First Aide Certificate

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