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Teacher, Special Programs

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Teacher, Sp Ed Resource Rm CODE: 1046 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Teacher, Special Programs GRADE: AD MONTHS: 10
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction of the principal and special education supervisor, provides instructional support to students with disabilities and general classroom teachers. Monitors and evaluates outcomes for students with disabilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the MCPS K-8 curriculum, MCPS special education program, Individual Education Program (IEP), learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best practices in instruction, research based reading instruction, Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA 2004), No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB 2001), state and federal policies and procedures related to special education. Ability to work well with students with disabilities, teachers, administrators, and parents of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree or master's equivalency from an accredited college or university in special education, general education, or related field. Certification in appropriate content area is desirable. At least three years of classroom experience as a special education teacher. Experience working with children with varying special instructional needs. At least two different special education teaching experiences are desirable. Course work in developmental reading, child development, applied behavior analysis, methods of teaching mathematics, and assessment. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered. Participation in training workshop for new resource room teachers
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meet Maryland State Department of Education require-ments for a Standard Professional Certification I (SPC I) in Special Education.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides both direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities and general classroom teachers.

Serves as liaison between school staff and school administration including special education supervisor.

Prepares for EMT/IEP team meetings and coordinates case management.

Interprets both formal, informal, and classroom based assessment for students in order to make instructional decisions.

Compiles and analyzes data obtained from observation, assessment, and teaching to develop an IEP for the student, improve student outcomes, and direct instruction.

Selects and adapts materials to assist students with disabilities to access the general education curriculum.

Consults with general education teachers in accommodating for included students, emphasizing the student¿s learning. Shares ideas, techniques, methods, and materials with general education teachers.

Participates in professional development activities designed to advance teacher knowledge in the areas of instruction, best practices, differentiated instruction, changes in educational policy, and other information as may be necessary to effective classroom instruction and programming for students with disabilities.

Supervises and plans for the continuing professional development of paraeducators assigned to students with disabilities.

Communicates with parents regarding the IEP, student progress, and any other parental concerns.

Maintains accurate records documenting student progress.

Participates in team planning meetings by presenting relevant and organized information.

Provides physical management of students with disabilities in compliance with all federal and state guidelines.

Performs other related duties as assigned.
Class Established:
Date(s) Revised: 1/08
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.