JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
following. Other duties may be assigned. Implements all aspects of the
Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) process, including but not limited
to, communication with team members, evaluation, reporting, IEP writing,
IEP implementation, data collection and progress reporting. Reviews,
revises, writes curriculum as per district format. Achieves district
educational goals and objectives by promoting active learning and
thinking in the classroom using board-adopted curriculum and other
appropriate learning tools. Develops lesson objectives and/or unit
plans, uses instructional materials, provides individualized and
small-group instruction, and adapts the curriculum when necessary to
meet the needs of each student. Systematically measures student
performance by means of a variety of assessment tools such as
teacher-made tests and standard or alternative assessments to measure
learning. Implements current best practices to promote student learning.
Differentiates lesson presentations, class activities, and assessments
for students that will meet individual needs, interests and abilities of
each student. Monitors student academic progress and personal growth
toward stated objectives of instruction. Identifies student needs and
cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and
resolving learning issues. Establishes and maintains standards of
student behavior to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning.
Arranges appropriate interventions, if needed. Maintains current records
of students\' educational progress in class record books, portfolios,
electronic mediums, and/or Board-approved forms, and summarizes such
progress for reporting purposes. Devises written and oral assignments
and assessments that require analytical and critical thinking as well as
factual knowledge. Communicates with parents through reports,
conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and
to discuss student progress. Maintains and improves professional
competence through staff development activities provided by the district
and self-selected professional growth activities. Participates and
contributes to the planning, evaluation and implementation of school
and/or District programs via faculty meetings, councils, and District
and school committees. Makes effective use of community resources to
enhance the instructional program. Upholds and enforces school rules,
administrative regulations, and Board policy. Supports the growth of
initial and experienced educators through mentoring, collaborative
planning, coaching, and other methods that foster team success. Develops
rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in a fair
and just manner consistent with district policy. Makes provisions for
being available to students and parents for education related purposes
outside the instructional day, as needed. Serves as a positive role
model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as
responsible, intelligent human beings. Additionally, helps instill in
students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic
values. It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on
a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all
the duties an employee may be required to perform. The examples are
merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This
job has no supervisory responsibilities, but contributes to the
oversight and guidance to para-professional staff, in accordance with
the organization\'s policies, procedures and applicable laws. *****
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of district-adopted
curriculum and teaching strategies. Ability to exercise judgment and
discretion in the application and interpretation of department policies
and regulations. Good knowledge of current special education t pics and
methodologies. Experience working with students with a wide range of
disabilities. Ability to create IEPs and collaborate with support staff
to create holistic intervention plans. Ability to initiate and utilize
relationships to effect change. Demonstrates empathy toward students and
strives for positive student relationships. Demonstrates the ability to
interpret, support and uphold the standards, ethics and boundaries of
the education profession. Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with students, parents, co-workers, other
agencies, and the public. Ability to lead and manage others effectively.
Ability to apply laws of confidentiality appropriately. *****
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org Other: To
apply, complete required online application. Applications accepted until
position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST
CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address:
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475