Interrelated Teacher at Republic County, Grades 4-5

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.   Planning and preparation based upon students Individual Education Plans Demonstrate knowledge of pedagogy, content, and students

Select instructional goals Demonstrate knowledge of resources

Assess student learning using appropriate measures

2.   Classroom Environment

Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport Establish a culture for learning

Establish and maintain classroom procedures

Establish expectations for and manage student behaviors Organize space for learning

3.   Instruction based upon students Individual Education Plans Communicate clearly and accurately

Use a variety of instructional strategies and techniques Engage students in learning

Provide timely feedback to students

Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs

4.   Professional responsibilities

Follow contractual responsibilities Engage in reflective practice Maintain accurate records Communicate with families

Engage in professional development activities Maintain appropriate licensure

Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1.     Support the philosophy and vision of special education services with LCNCK.

2.     Attend final general education student intervention team meetings to ensure that all documentation of the general education intervention process and response to invention documentation necessary to the evaluation process has been completed accurately.

3.     Monitor all referrals through the evaluation process, meet with evaluation team regularly.

4.     Write & review IEPs to ensure that they meet all regulatory and district standards to reflect best practice, reflect high quality programming and are implemented with integrity.

5.     Submit all required documentation to the district office in a timely manner.

6.     Enter accurate data into the district student information system in a timely manner.

7.     Possess knowledge legal regulations governing our program.

8.     Utilize data to guide the focus of student IEPs and improve student achievement & complete progress notes quarterly.

9.     Supervise, provide professional development, and coordinate the scheduling of paraprofessionals.

10.  Assist with the integration of students with special needs into the general education program.

11.  Keep informed regarding new technologies that facilitate and support student learning.

12.  Communicate clearly and accurately with administrators, staff, parents, students and agencies.

13.  Plan and implement transition services for students.

14.  Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state, and federal laws.

15.  Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process.

16.  Assist general education teachers in the development and implementation of universal design methods, curricular modifications, and appropriate classroom strategies.

17.    Provide demonstration of effective teaching practices within the classroom.

18.  Establish mentoring relationships among teachers to support inclusion activities.

19.  Intervene and provide support with discipline problems of exceptional students.

20.  Oversee the collection, analysis and interpretation of evaluative data regarding exceptional students in general education settings.

21.  Uphold and enforce Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and federal and state regulations including but not limited to

Kansas Plan for Special Education Consolidated Plan for Federal Programs Acceptable use of technology

Sexual and racial harassment Child abuse reporting

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