POSITION TITLE:    Special Education Teacher (Visually Impaired)

FLSA:                       Exempt Professional

REPORTS TO:         Buidling Administrator/Director of Special Services

QUALIFICATIONS:       

• Current state teaching certificate in Special Education - Visual Impairments preferred

• Positive interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated team building skills.

• Knowledge of the Special Education process and laws.

• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills, time management, and telephone skills.

• Computer skills and knowledge of assistive technology are desired.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Working with other teachers or administrators to revise classroom programs for special needs students
• Conferring with parents, guardians and educational professionals to develop an individual education plan (IEP) for a student
• Coordinating placement when students are able to join traditional classrooms
• Devising, with other staff members, a teaching plan and lesson schedule which promotes learning within the approved curriculum
• Using special education techniques in the classroom to improve the development of students’ motor skills, language, thinking or memory
• Working to meet a variety of needs present in a single classroom.
• Responsible for the special education process from screening through identification, IEP development, and assist in providing appropriate identification and placement of students with disabilities. 
• Assist in the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, (IDEA) in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Organize and ensure completion of all evaluation reports and IEPs.
• Complete reviews of all special education IEP documents, ensuring compliance with District procedure, state, and federal laws; identifies areas of need within the areas of compliance and works to develop and implement programs to address those needs.
• Initiate screening of transfer and new referral records and contacts previous school district to obtain necessary information on new students.
• Perform and monitor evaluation and timelines to ensure appropriate student placement and programming.
• Work with principals, department heads and other team members to facilitate the integration of all students into regular classes as appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation of federal, state and local reports on special education.
• Attends meetings and training sessions related to special education as deemed appropriate by the Executive Director of Pupil Services.
• Maintains confidentiality and non-judgmental views of children and families served.
• Performs any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Executive Director of Pupil Services or Superintendent.