Job Summary
Under the immediate supervision of the site principal and in coordination with the Director of Special Education, implement a severely handicapped model where students are provided services consistent with their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Services are provided to students to develop skills and abilities to function within society to the maximum of his/her abilities. These services empirically based, research supported interventions consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
Teach language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, music, and other appropriate learning activities to students in a classroom utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and aligned to the California Common Core Standards.
Instruct students in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other elements of the course of study specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the District.
Develop lesson plans, instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Communicate with parents through a variety of means.
Hold parent conferences when needed to discuss the individual student’s progress and interpret the school program.
Maintain professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the District, school and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
Perform basic attendance accounting and business services as required. Administer standardized tests and other District-selected tests in accordance with the District testing program.
Select and requisition books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies, and maintain required inventory records.
Ensure a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation to the extent possible.
Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day. Participate in curriculum development programs within the school of assignment and/or on a District level.
Share in the sponsorship of student activities and participate in faculty committees. Plan and coordinate the work of Instructional Assistants, and other paraprofessionals. Assesses or assists in the assessment of students to determine present and instructional performance levels.
In coordination with the Site Principal and/or Coordinator of Special Education, arranges for appropriate consent and assessment forms to be signed by parents; arranges for IEP dates and invites appropriate persons to attend.
Consults with parents, appropriate school staff, and other professional personnel in relation to student assessment, placement, and available services.
Develops the instructional portion of the IEP for each student, including assessing present levels, writing appropriate standards-based goals and objectives, and participating in the IEP.
Serves as a member and may chair IEP meetings. Maintains student records in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations.
Plans/assists in planning and implementation of instruction consistent with District’s course of study and the students IEP, with particular emphasis on prevocational skills appropriate to further individual acceptance, social adjustment and economic usefulness in the home and community.
Adheres to all required special education timelines including, but not limited to, referrals, testing, placement, reevaluations, IEP meetings, and IEP completion and submission.
Assesses each student’s learning needs and plans and provides individualized instruction that meets specific needs.
Coordinates efforts of support staff, teachers, and parents to facilitate student’s meaningful integration into the regular program.
Assesses students for dismissal/continuance in the program or referral to other agencies for further assessment.
May serve on the Student Study Team and 504 Team at each school site
Assists identified pupils in the provision of specialized physical health care services.
Incorporated within one or more of the previously mentioned essential functions of the job description are the following essential physical requirements:
1. Seldom = Less than 25 percent 3. Often = 51 – 75 percent
2. Occasional = 25 – 50 percent 4. Very Frequent = 76 percent and above
4 a.Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
3 b. Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
4 c. Ability to see for purposes of reading laws and codes, rules and other printed matter, and observing students.
4 d. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
4 e. Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
3 f. Ability to bend and twist, kneel and stoop, run and crawl.
3 g. Ability to lift 35 pounds. 3 h. Ability to carry 25 pounds.
3 i. Ability to reach in all directions.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the by the Superintendent or designee, in order to accomplish the goals and objectives of the district.
Other Related Functions of this Position
Communicate with parents, psychologist, and counselors on individual pupil’s progress.
Perform yard duty supervision of pupils on recess and supervises pupils in other out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Identify pupil’s needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils with health, attitude, and learning problems.
Participate in school sponsored activities outside the assigned working day such as parent teacher meetings, Back to School Night, Open House, seasonal programs, and graduation exercises.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The Greenfield Union School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact:
Equity Compliance Officer: Ramon Hendrix--Superintendent 1624 Fairview Rd. Bakersfield, CA, 93307 661-837-6000 hendrixr@gfusd.net
Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Debra Thompson- Asst. Superintendent of Education Services 1624 Fairview Rd. Bakersfield, CA, 93307 661-837-6000 thompsond@gfusd.net
Section 504 Coordinator: Melissa Ortiz -- Director of Support Services 1109 Pacheco Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307 661-837-6130 ortizm@gfusd.net
