The job of Intensive Resource Teacher is done for the purpose/s of instructing and caring for special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom.
Essential Functions
Designs and implements instructional programs, including classroom activities, assignments and/or materials to provide an opportunity for students to actively participate in classroom activities for those students in a self-contained classroom.
In conjunction with the classroom teacher, adapts, modifies and provides accommodations of classroom activities, assignments and/or materials to provide an opportunity for students to actively participate in regular classrooms.
Ensure student special health care needs are met and programs are designed to develop students daily living and behavioral skills.
Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level of the students.
Collaborates with other staff and parents to provide support and information related to the students progress as established in the students Individual Education Program (IEP).
Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so.
Analyzes and uses appropriate data to guide instruction and develop assessments.
Other Functions
Performs administrative duties such as hall & cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading/unloading as assigned.
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees, as required.
Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience: Minimum three years of experience.
Education: Bachelors degree in Special Education or related field.
