Special Education Teacher

Summary:
 

Teach students who qualify for Special Education services and evaluate referred students. Develop individual student educational plans, conduct IEP meetings, and teach qualified students. Coordinate the screening process involving health, academic, social, and emotional tests and work closely with the Special Education Coordinator and Special Education Co-Teacher. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Responsibilities:

* Work with and teach students qualified for special education services.
* Develop Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) for students serviced in the special education program yearly or as needed.
* Implement IEP-s for each student and report on progress quarterly and annually
* Actively participate in all aspects of the student’s evaluation process including Evaluation teams, IEP’s, assessments, etc.
* Case manage and conduct annual IEP meetings and three year re-evaluation meetings with parent and all involved staff.
* Identify and maintain resource materials for special education IEP implementation in other classrooms.
* Meet with parents as needed to monitor student progress, via school, home visits, or the Internet system.
* Work cooperatively with regular classroom teachers to implement an “inclusion” program for all special education students ensuring their right to be in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), where appropriate.
* Develop weekly lesson plans for each individual student and submit to the Special Education Manager, integrate Oneida Language/Culture into daily lesson plans.
* Coordinate with the homeroom teachers and school staff to effectively improve individual student academic performance.
* Demonstrate professional skills in a. Providing effective planning for instruction. b. Implementing effective lesson design. c. Motivate students at appropriate levels. d. Incorporating effective classroom management. e. Using a variety of instructional techniques. f. Maintaining a positive classroom environment. g. Display effective speaking and writing skills.
* Demonstrate professional skills and attitudes by using professional judgement for improving various classroom activities, monitoring and/or working with students outside of the classroom making contributions to the quality of education in the Oneida Nation School District.
* Organize and plan effectively; adhering to all tribal and school board policies and/or building procedures.
* Maintain professional skills by demonstrating punctuality in arriving to work and meetings on time and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner.
* Communicate effectively with parents and other community service organizations.
* Develop and implement a behavior management and social skills development program, when appropriate.
* Work in cooperation with other special education staff, school guidance counselor, and other academic and program support staff.
* Maintain appropriate daily records of students as required, follow time-lines and procedures required by the Special Education Coordinator.
* Must participate in required special education meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and assigned school activities that are pertinent to the Oneida Community, outside of the regular school day.
* Supervise classrooms, lunchroom and outside activities as scheduled.
* Attend in-service training as requested and/or required that included participation in the Oneida Nation Teacher Certification Program requirements. Limit activities during work hours to the performance of professional assignments. Enforce the rules/procedures of the school as defined by School Board Policy, school handbooks, tribal personnel policies and procedures and administrative directives.
* Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies
* Maintain strict departmental security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department
* Above duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
 

Skills:

Essential:
* Interpret federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Exercise independent judgement
* Operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment
* Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines
* Interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture
* Knowledge of school organization, functions, objectives, policies, and procedures
* Ability to maintain a calm demeanor during crisis situations
* Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with students
* Ability to develop and complete instructional activities and lessons
* Ability to maintain a creative environment for learning by providing appropriate classroom organization and structure
* Must comply with Bureau of Indian Education criminal history records check as a condition of employment to include fingerprinting
* Problem solving, human relations, time management, exercise independent judgment and meet strict timelines.
* Ability to be sensitive and receptive to the unique needs of Native American students with cross-categorical disabilities
* Knowledge of the principles and practices of education
* Knowledge of the emotional and social development of school aged students
* Ability to accurately interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Conscientious, exercise initiative, self-motivated and work independently
* Ability to motivate students to perform to their fullest potential
* Knowledge of discipline and behavior needs of students with special needs
 

Education Requirement - Or Closely Related Field:
 

Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree

 

Credentials:

Essential:
* Specific Learning Disabilities WI State License
* T1801 Cross Categorical Special Education
Nonessential:
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP) Training (HRD) within ninety (90) days of employment

Working conditions:

Essential:
* Sit Frequently
* Stand Frequently
* Walk Frequently
* Works Outdoors
* Exposure to various weather conditions

 

Experience:

Nonessential:
* Working with Native American special need students
* Working with special needs students
 

Other information:
 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.

Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.

Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.

Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.