SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (Moderate-Severe Support Needs) -- Patterson High School at Patterson Joint Unified School District
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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TEACHER OF THE SEVERELY HANDICAPPED
DEFINITION:
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, provide a special education classroom for severely handicapped students to instruct and demonstrate essential skills and information necessary for functioning as independently as possible.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Participates in the preparation of the IEP and implements written instructional plans for students.
Maintains complete records of change in behavior as stated in objectives and methods used.
Holds conferences with other teachers who wish to discuss behavior or learning problems of students in their classes.
Assesses and evaluates students and coordinates auxiliary services when necessary.
Holds conferences with parents of students.
Participates in all required meetings relating to students.
At set intervals, review student's progress in meeting behavioral objectives to determine if student has made adequate progress to be returned to regular TMR classroom.
Will, upon return of student to regular classroom, prepare a record of methods used to maintain acceptable behavior.
Participates in various in-services to upgrade skills necessary to modify behavior.
Perform related duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
a. Child development.
b. Learning theory.
c. Behavior modification.
d. Instructional
materials and methods.
Ability to:
a. Develop and provide
appropriate
instruction.
b. Assess children's
academic needs and
performance.
c. Work as a member of
the special education
team.
d. Communicate
educational
goals and
objectives to
parents.
e. Implement
educational
plans.
f. Organize
instruction
based on
individual and
group needs.
g. Assess and
diagnose
educational
deficits and
growth.
Experience:
Special education teacher experience is desirable, but not mandatory.
Credential:
Specialist Credential in Special Education - Severely Handicapped
Restricted Specialist Credential in Special Education - Severely Handicapped
Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Moderate/Severe Disabilities
SUPERVISION:
Works under the joint supervision of the principal and the district's Director of Student Services.
Board adopted: 01/24/05
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid California Education Specialist (Moderate/Severe or Extensive Support Needs) Credential with EL Authorization and Autism Authorization. District will consider fully qualified interns. You MUST submit your Intern Eligibility letter from the college/university as proof of your credential and the letter must also state that the program includes EL authorization.
Online application only. In order for your application to be considered complete you must attach all required documents. District does not accept emailed or faxed documents. If you should experience problems, please contact the system administrator - Edjoin. There is a phone number and an email tab on their web site for contact information. I suggest that you check the status of your application after you apply to verify that it was either “Submitted” or “Not Submitted.” It is your responsibility to confirm that your application has been submitted.
- Copy of Transcript (please note that unofficial transcripts may be included; official transcripts are required only if you are offered the position)
- Credential Copy (If your credential does not include EL or Autism Authorization, please submit your certificates. Interns, please submit the verification letter from your college/university which states that you are intern eligible. If you are not yet enrolled in an intern program and intend to work on a waiver, please attach a letter indicating your status and credential progress.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three recent, signed letters)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Valid California Education Specialist (Moderate/Severe or Extensive Support Needs) Credential with EL Authorization and Autism Authorization. District will consider fully qualified interns. You MUST submit your Intern Eligibility letter from the college/university as proof of your credential and the letter must also state that the program includes EL authorization.
Online application only. In order for your application to be considered complete you must attach all required documents. District does not accept emailed or faxed documents. If you should experience problems, please contact the system administrator - Edjoin. There is a phone number and an email tab on their web site for contact information. I suggest that you check the status of your application after you apply to verify that it was either “Submitted” or “Not Submitted.” It is your responsibility to confirm that your application has been submitted.
- Copy of Transcript (please note that unofficial transcripts may be included; official transcripts are required only if you are offered the position)
- Credential Copy (If your credential does not include EL or Autism Authorization, please submit your certificates. Interns, please submit the verification letter from your college/university which states that you are intern eligible. If you are not yet enrolled in an intern program and intend to work on a waiver, please attach a letter indicating your status and credential progress.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three recent, signed letters)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Our District, which is located in Stanislaus County, is an exemplary school district seeking highly qualified and motivated teachers.
Comments and Other Information
Our District, which is located in Stanislaus County, is an exemplary school district seeking highly qualified and motivated teachers.
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
4/20/2023
Contact
Stephanie Days
2098957782
2098957782
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$62,298 - $102,836/year plus applicable longevity and 3% stipend for fully-credentialed special education teachers. In addition, District pays $840 monthly cap for benefits.
Length of Work Year
185 days
Employment Type
Full Time
EXPERIENCE
Year for year credit given for ALL verified public school teaching experience, including longevity.
STIPEND
$1,000 stipend given for National Board Certification
STIPEND
3% stipend given for fully credentialed Special Education teachers
STIPEND
$3,115 stipend for Masters & $3,115 stipend for Doctorate