BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of a Director or Principal, instruct special needs students in a classroom, individually and in small groups in accordance with Shasta County Office of Education policies and procedures; plan, implement, and evaluate learning programs and activities; develop and implement IEP goals and assess student progress and achievement; coordinate programs to increase independence and functioning in society, socially, vocationally and academically. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Teach special needs students individually or in a small group setting according to IEP goals and objectives; monitor and evaluate student needs and progress.
• Develop and implement lesson plans, instructional activities and techniques to meet the needs of assigned students.
• Teach independent living and social skills as assigned; utilize behavior intervention techniques as appropriate.
• Assess the needs of exceptional students; design, modify and implement appropriate instructional programs; provide specialized instructional activities for special needs students which establish, maintain and reinforce appropriate inter-personal and learning behaviors.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings; provide information relating to student progress and achievement; collaborate with other personnel in the development and implementation of IEP goals and objectives.
• Provide for the personal hygiene of students including toileting, diapering, feeding, and care-giving; dispense medications as required; teach self-help skills involving personal hygiene; teach recreational and leisure skills as assigned by the position.
• Perform specialized physical health care procedures according to established procedures with; operate and instruct students and staff in the use of various apparatus to assist student mobility; lift and position students.
• Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans for classroom, individualized and small group instruction; schedule instructional periods; assess student progress and achievement; teach various subjects utilizing specialized techniques and software as necessary; maintain related records.
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; respond to questions and provide proper examples and general guidance.
• Develop, implement and modify curriculum in assigned subject areas according to student needs, industry standards and established guidelines; incorporate State academic standards and guidelines and expected student outcomes and current subject area standards.
• Observe and manage behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; assess student skills and progress; report progress regarding student performance and behavior per established guidelines.
• Identify student needs and collaborate with other personnel in assessing and meeting the needs of students.
• Instruct students with special needs regarding individualized tasks to implement and achieve IEP goals; assure proper implementation of objectives for students by trained individuals in accordance with IEP’s.
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary IEP team as assigned; attend IEP meetings and provide input to goals; conduct scheduled assessments; prepare feedback reports and maintain interagency and District contacts regarding IEP’s.
• Design and implement appropriate behavior management plans, techniques, and classroom management plans for use in instructional and disciplinary purposes.
• Participate in a variety of special project teams and committees; participate in teacher and staff meetings and other in-service training programs.
• Operate standard office and classroom equipment, including duplication equipment, laminator, calculator, computer and assigned software; operate and maintain equipment applicable to assigned program area; drive a vehicle to conduct work as assigned by the position.
• Communicate with teachers, psychologists, specialists and others regarding student progress; interact with parents and conduct initial interviews and conferences; discuss student progress with parents.
• Plan and supervise field trips to community or other sites consistent with instructional objectives as assigned by the position.
• Provide job coaching, vocational training and other skills as assigned by the position. 

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform related duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction for special needs students.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Child guidance principles and practices related to children and adult students with special needs.
• Problems and concerns of students with special needs.
• Curriculum and lesson plan development to meet IEP or other educational goals.
• Equipment operation related to special education students.
• Terminology involved in special education or alternative education programs.
• Principles of training and providing work direction.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Research methods and report writing techniques.
• Basic computer operation.
• First aid and CPR.
• IEP process.
• Behavior modification techniques.
• Student and parent rights with respect to special education programs. 

ABILITY TO:

• Instruct special needs students in individualized tasks to achieve IEP goals.
• Understand and relate to children with special needs.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Compile and verify data and prepare reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:  bachelor's degree and additional certification related to students served.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California Teaching Credential with Mild-Moderate or Moderate-Severe Specialist designation.
• Some positions in this class may be itinerant and travel from site to site.
• Valid California Class C driver's license.
• Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) compliance in all Federal core academic subjects related to assignment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

ENVIRONMENT:

• Classroom, office, and/or outdoor work environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of equipment.
• Carrying, pushing or pulling.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
• Lifting heavy objects.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Seeing to observe students in daily activities. 

HAZARDS:

• Providing specialized physical health care procedures as assigned by the position, to students with exposure to body fluids.
• Exposure to students who may become hostile or disorderly and who may exhibit physical aggression.

FILING DEADLINE:           

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE:   Visit our website at www.shastacoe.org for more information.

 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ASSISTANCE

 Auxiliary aids and services include a wide range of services and devices that promote effective communication for individuals with disabilities.  If you require such assistance, please notify this office as soon as possible.  We will make every effort to give primary consideration to expressed preferences, or provide equally effective means of communication to ensure equal access to Shasta County Office of Education programs and events.

NOTE:   Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process.

NOTE:   Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities.  For arrangements, please inform the personnel department in writing or by telephone by the filing deadline posted on the bulletin.

WARNING

In compliance with A.B. 1610, the Shasta County Office of Education cannot employ you until you have submitted fingerprint cards to the Department of Justice (DOJ), and you have received a clearance from the DOJ.