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Low Incidence and Emotional Disturbance Special Education Teacher Grades 6-8

Rockford Public Schools
Rockford, IL
Full-time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

  • Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board’s strategic plan.
  • Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
  • Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
  • Engage students in an inquiry-based delivery model of instruction.
  • Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
  • Uses a wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Considers equitable resources and equitable instructional practices to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Update and maintain all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations.
  • Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
  • Demonstrates a variety of effective behavior management techniques appropriate to the needs of all students, including those with disabilities.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with building expectations as well as the district’s student code of conduct.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
  • Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC).
  • Create formative assessments aligned to district curriculum
  • Analyze student data from both formative and summative assessments to drive differentiated instruction and data-based decision making for students.
  • Utilize current technology to enhance student learning.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Illinois Teaching License with appropriate endorsements and certifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

  • Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all school stakeholders
  • Ability to develop relationships with students and parents.
  • Knowledge of various instructional strategies and techniques.
  • Knowledge of best teaching and assessing practices
  • Working knowledge of State and National Standards
  • Ability to organize and maintain student records which includes gradebooks

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

30+ days ago
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