5/1/08

POSITION: Special Education Resource Room - Junior High School

QUALIFICATIONS: All qualifications are required unless otherwise indicated.

1. Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with major/minor in special education or equivalent.
2. Special education teaching experience preferred.
3. Ability to teach one or more subjects: mathematics, language arts, reading, or study skills in the resource room setting.
4. Evidence of training and experience utilizing computer technology for grading, recording attendance, word processing, spreadsheets, Power Point, communicating with e-mail and incorporating these computer technologies into daily classroom use and lesson instruction.
5. Evidence of maintaining a positive, productive learning climate within the classroom as well as with parents and colleagues.
6. Demonstrated success in assessing and diagnosing specific learning deficiencies and providing appropriate student interventions to fill competency gaps, particularly in the core areas of language arts, mathematics or reading.
7. Believe that all students can learn.
8. Demonstrated success with non-traditional learners and at-risk students.
9. Evidence of high standards in classroom management and student achievement.
10. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work cooperatively with other team members in developing curriculum, meeting State standards, and teaching assignments.
11. Must be able to meet or be willing to attain the “highly qualified” standard under NCLB.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Special Education Resource Room provides an alternative to regular classroom instruction for students with disabilities.

1. Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs for students as assigned.
2. Remain knowledgeable about the regular curriculum in grades eight through ten.
3. Implement requirements according to IDEiA 2004 and its implementation rules and regulations as well as those of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the ADA in the education of students with disabilities.
4. Participate actively with the building team and with colleagues across the district in curriculum and assessment development and training.
5. Communicate regularly and proactively with parents/guardians regarding student progress and behavior.
6. Maintain a positive attitude and productive learning environment.
7. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request.
8. Uphold and enforce all school and District Board rules and policies.
9. Model appropriate professional behaviors at all times.
10. Instruct and align classes in accordance with WVSD adopted curriculum guidelines and Washington State Essential Academic Learning benchmarks.
11. Participate in West Valley School District ’s professional growth program.
12. Demonstrate every period of every day, evidence of relevant bell-to-bell instruction.

In-District Application Procedure:

Applicants for CERTIFICATED positions must submit a brief letter of application to Rick Ferguson, Human Resources, Central Office. The letter should include the position desired and the individual professional qualifications for the position. District employee applicants must submit the letter of application within the in-district closing dates.