Job Information:

The job of Early Learning Special Education Teacher- Resource Room was established for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Job Duties:

• Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities.
• Instruct students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning, and repetition, in order to reinforce learning and to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
• Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, and other professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical, and social development.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEP’s); conduct IEP meetings with staff and parents; attend MDT meetings as needed.
• Develop behavioral plans for students; teach students personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress.
• Provide assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
• Assist in the coordination of placement of students with special needs into mainstream classes as appropriate.
• Work as a vital team member with other staff members.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional knowledge.
• Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality in all matters pertaining to students, parents, staff, and program.
• When needed, provide instruction, support, or supervision on students developing adaptive skills such as toileting, dressing, and daily routines.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Washington Teacher Certificate with endorsement in Special Education.
• Previous successful teaching experience with students with disabilities preferred.
• Commitment to the education profession as evidenced by participation in curriculum development projects, District or building-level committees.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with administrators, staff, students, and parents.
• Previous behavioral training preferred
• Demonstrate knowledge of “Best Practices” for SPED related issues
• Exceptional ability to meet required compliance deadlines with caseload
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Physical Demands:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

Occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds); carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some running; some climbing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; and significant reaching, handling, speaking, writing, hearing, and fine finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, and sitting.

The following policies have been adopted and are reflected in our employment practices:

The Omak School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities. 

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/RCW28A.640/RCW28A.642 Officer, as well as, Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter, brichter@omaksd.org, P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-7687, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Sarah Lewman, slewman@omaksd.org, P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-8342.

This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.

Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace.

For more information on Omak School District’s Affirmative Action Plan, please visit the “District Information” section located under “our District” on the Omak School District website at www.omaksd.org.

This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.