Early Childhood Special Education /TAG position JobID: 572
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Early Childhood
Date Posted:
3/27/2024
Location:
Ledges Elementary School
The Boone Community School District has made a significant effort to live our mottoExpect the BestAchieve Success.Boone Community School District is located 10 minutes west of Ames and roughly 1 hour north of the Des Moines Metro Area. Our staff work daily to Value the Uniqueness of All, Give a Fresh Start Each Day, Partner with Families, Develop Positive Character, and Ensure Learning. We have earned a reputation for being an innovative and progressive school district that includes $43+million in building projects to be completed by the fall of 2023. This includes a Pre-K-1st grade early childhood learning center and a multipurpose education center. The City of Boone is a great place to live, grow and play. Boone is voted #1 Affordable Small Town Where You'd Actually Want to Live by Realtor.com.Title: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher / TAG TeacherReports To: Building PrincipalWork Year: 24-25 School YearPay Period: MonthlyTeachers are responsible for leading learning for their students. Teachers develop curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups. They track the progress of their students and create reports to inform parents about their progress. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning.SUMMARY: EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
Teaching credential/certificate/license for corresponding age/grade level issued by the BOEE- Endorsement 1001 or 100 (able to serve special education minutes)
TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
Ability to build relationships effectively and professionally with families and students.
Experience developing and implementing curriculum.
Physical ability to handle frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and moving throughout the room.
Proven ability to maintain a safe and studious classroom environment.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum.
Ability to collaborate within the school and instructional setting.
Demonstrated desire to be a life-long learner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.Job Tasks Descriptions
Create instructional resources for use in the classroom and by team members.
Prepare, plan, and deliver instructional activities.
Create a positive educational learning environment.
Develop curriculum and essential standards to meet student learning goals and instructional activities.
Prepare lesson materials, grade papers, manage the classroom, and evaluate and give feedback to students.
Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff.
Measure progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events in accordance with licensing guidelines and program policies.
Attend workshops and training, in district and within the state, in order to further advance professional development.
Stay abreast with learning strategies and current opportunities for students.
Utilize curriculum to incorporate diverse intellectual, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
Manage student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines.
Work collaboratively with grade level, subject area, and building teachers to enhance learning opportunities for students.
Collaborate with teacher team to contribute to the professional learning and development of themselves and their fellow colleagues
Provide a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus
Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: PHYSICAL ACTIVITIESAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Stand.XWalk.XSitX.Use hands to finger, handle or feelXPHYSICAL ACTIVITIESAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Reach with hands and arms.XClimb or balanceXStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.XTalkXHearXTasteXSmellXWEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDSAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 pounds.XUp to 25 pounds.XUp to 50 pounds.XUp to 100 poundsXMore than 100 poundsXMENTAL FUNCTIONSAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3CompareXAnalyzeXCommunicateXCopyXCoordinateXInstructXComputeXSynthesizeXEvaluateXUse Interpersonal SkillsXCompileXNegotiateXWORK ENVIRONMENTAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) XWork near moving mechanical partsXWork in high, precarious placesXFumes or airborne particlesXToxic or caustic chemicalsXOutdoor weather conditionsXExtreme cold (non-weather)XExtreme heat (non-weather)XRisk of electrical shockXWork with explosivesXRisk of radiationXVibrationXVISION DEMANDSREQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOBNo special vision requirements.Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)XDistance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)XColor vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).Peripheral vision.Depth perception.Ability to adjust focus.NOISE LEVELLevel of noise typical in the work environment for this jobVery quiet.QuietXModerateXLoud.Very loud.Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grieveance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, [email protected], at BCSD, 500 7th Stret, Boone, Iowa 50036; (515) 433-0750