Company Description

Job Description

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and in a timely fashion prepares progress reports. Communicates this information regularly with parents.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
• Maintains a professional day, as defined by school building and contract.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, e-mails, and conferences.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
• Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices.
• Participates in a personal professional goal-setting process on a regular basis.
• Utilizes assessment and evaluation for the purpose of developing IEP goals and aligning instruction to the individual student needs in a special education classroom setting. 
• Collaborates with regular education teachers in the development of modified and accommodated curriculum to promote student access to the mainstream classroom setting
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, or a closely related field.
• Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Driver’s license.
• Valid Minnesota Teaching License

• Classroom management techniques.
• Best practices and strategies and teaching for varying learning styles and needs.
• Minnesota State Standards.
• Instructional design for students with educational needs in reading and writing, including the delivery of an alternative English curriculum.
• District policies and procedures.
• Disabilities and accommodations.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

• Creating and administering individualized lesson plans.
• Interpreting, and applying state and Federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
• Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.