APPLICATION PERIOD:

Apply immediately, position will remain open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply for this position, applicants must complete the on-line application and submit materials through the online system. Go to the district’s website at: http://www.tonasket.wednet.edu. Instructions for completing the on-line application are found on the Employment link. Please call the district office at 509-486-2126 for help if needed.

TONASKET SCHOOL DISTRICT

35 DO HIGHWAY 20 EAST

TONASKET, WA 98855

JOB DESCRIPTION

HS Special Education Resource Room/Transition Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

UNION EXEMPT: No

REPORTS TO: Special Education Director and Building Principal

WORK DAYS: Full time, school year

CASELOAD: Assigned annually

SALARY: Certificated State salary schedule.

DESIRED BACKGROUND/SKILLS:

• Experience and ability to work with students with diverse handicapping conditions,
• Knowledge of teaching strategies and current laws/regulations regarding special education,
• Experience writing and implementing Individual Education Programs (IEPs) that meet legal criteria,
• Ability to utilize academic testing and educational assessments to plan and monitor instruction,
• Complete Manifestation Determinations, Functional Behavioral Analysis and develop and implement positive behavior plans,
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents,
• Function as a member of the assessment team,
• Effective communication skills,
  
  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to plan and carry out appropriate individualized instruction to meet student needs,
• Consultation with classroom teachers for student success,
• Support the development of appropriate classroom accommodations for assigned students,
• Serve as IEP case manager for students on assigned Special Education caseload,
• Transition assessment, planning and implementation of educational activities,
• Collaboration with Career exploration activities and Transition instruction,
• Maintain compliance with Washington State and District policies, procedures and WACs,
• Maintain accurate student data for reporting student growth to parents, students and staff,
• Attend required meetings and trainings,
• Direct and supervise the work of assigned Para-educators,
• Child Study Team and Multi-Disciplinary Team Member
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and professional growth goals,
• Other work-related activities and duties as assigned.
  
  

EDUCATION:

Must have valid Washington State certification with special education endorsement.

Mandatory Conditions of Employment:

Successful clearance of the FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

Successful Washington State Sexual Misconduct clearance.

Completion of Federal I-9, Employment Verification Eligibility form.

Current and ongoing certification in Right Response training (will be provided annually by district)