1. Provides direct instruction to students with disabilities.
2. Develops lesson plans/instructional materials and provides individualized and group instruction in order to meet the needs of each pupil as stated on the Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
3. Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis utilizing tests, curriculum measurements and observation skills and/or modified-adapted assessment devices. Provides progress reports as required.
4. Conducts educational assessments.
5. Serves as a member of the school Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team.
6. Assists in the planning and development of student Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
7. Facilitates the implementation of special education services in the Least Restrictive Environment. (LRE).
8. Assists in organizing and implementing a continuum of appropriate service delivery options for students with disabilities.
9. Plans collaboratively and provides consultation and support to general education teachers regarding implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), reasonable modification, etc.
10. Works collaboratively in the development (TIENET/Web-based system usage) and implementation of IEPs and access to the general education curriculum/Maryland Common Core Framework with general education colleagues through TEAM Teaching efforts.
11. Consults and confers regularly with colleagues regarding the educational, social, physical or emotional goals and objectives of students.
12. Consults regarding MOI, equipment and instructional strategies appropriate for students with disabilities.
13. Supervises teacher assistants/ParaEducators supporting the instruction of students with disabilities.
14. Remains knowledgeable of current trends and best practices in the field of special education.
15. Communicates with parents through conferences, IEP Team meetings, and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and the Individualized Education Program.
16. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records, case files, etc. as required by program regulations, Board policies and federal, state and local laws.
17. Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and system staff development priorities.
18. Provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods of instruction for students with disabilities.
19. Improves his/her own professional growth through an on-going program of reading, workshops, seminars, in-service activities conferences and/or advanced coursework at universities, colleges, institutions of higher education.
20. Employs provided electronic tools for grade reporting (e.g. Power Teacher GradeBook), leave reporting (e.g. SmartFind Express), and parent communication (e.g. ParentConnect) etc.
21. Employs instructional technology hardware such as document cameras, presenters, and SmartBoards etc. when provided.
22. Observes and assess student behavior to establish and maintain discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning.
23. Takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students and materials of instruction.
24. Communicates with students when academic and behavioral problems arise, and exchanges information regarding appropriate behavior in the learning environment (when appropriately collaboratively conducts Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and develops Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP).
25. Performs other duties as assigned.
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