E.S.E Teacher

Description:

• To ensure high-quality instruction linked to the school and district strategic goals for all students with a focus on students with disabilities.

• To provide a rigorous academic environment that actively engages students; incorporates best educational practices; creates an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of all learners and supports the social/emotional development of the students.

Student Achievement Metrics

• 90% of Pre-K-2nd students are on/above grade level in reading, language, and math.

• 85% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade level in reading, language, and math.

• 80% of students achieve Level 3, 50% achieve Level 4, and 20% at Level 5 on FAST exams.

• Junior Class ACT Average Score of 21

• 100% of BPA seniors meet the requirements for Graduation.

• 50% of all students in Intervention grow two or more years in Reading and Math.

Responsibilities

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.

• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.

• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify.

• To serve as LEA representative, provide information to school-based personnel and update staff on policy changes.

• Assist in developing appropriate IEPs, identifying, reporting, and correcting IDEA compliance internally to school-based leaderships.

• Participate in training programs offered to enhance and better communicate the skills and proficiency related to the ESE Department.

• To ensure adherence to rules and procedures mandated by federal, state and School policies.

• Educational Plan/Educational Plan (IEP/EP) team meetings, Mediations and Due Process Hearings to assure that procedures outlined in the Policies and Procedures for the Provision of Specially Designed Instruction and Related Services for Exceptional Students have been adhered to.

• Completes all required forms related to eligibility and placement of exceptional education and/or Section 504 students.

• Assists the IEP/EP team in identifying the range of placement options and determining the least restrictive environment.

• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week

Values

• Value the voices of all staff, families, and students  

• Work in collaboration to meet the needs of all stakeholders  

• Seek and respond well to feedback and collaborate to find solutions  

Qualifications and Experience