Elementary ESS Teacher

 Mancos School District

The Special Education teacher will provide extra support to students with documented learning challenges as identified in the students Individual Education Plan (IEP). Collaborate with general education and support staff to provide direct and indirect support and adapt instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students resulting in an increased probability of advancing the students' achievement.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
● Valid Colorado Teaching Certificate or equivalent with a Special Education endorsement

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
● Excellent oral and written communication skills
● Intermediate English language skills
● Excellent interpersonal relations skills
● Ability to manage multiple priorities
● Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
● Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
● Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
● Creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication
● Excellent time management skills
● Ability to be flexible with schedule changes
● Ability to interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment
● Student focused
● Ability to take notes
● Data driven

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:
● Must have a valid driver’s license
● Must pass various pre-employment background screenings; required at entry
● CPR and First Aid Certification; must acquire within 2 months
● CPI Training; must acquire within 2 months