Preschool Early Intervention Classroom Special Education Teacher - Elizabeth Forward 3

Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:



1. Embeds specially designed instruction and differentiates instruction through
small and large group activities to align with the students’ individual IEP
outcomes and support student progress.



2. Manages the classroom environment by providing leadership and guidance to
paraprofessionals to ensure positive student outcomes.



3. Participates in the identification of eligible young children by
administering screenings and assessments, and completing Evaluation Report
and IEP Development to ensure compliance with Child Find mandate.



4. Maintains compliance of required special education paperwork by completing
reevaluation reports, IEP development and data collection and other
supporting documentation to ensure progress on student outcomes and
compliance with local, state and federal regulations.



5. Remains current with new and effective practices, program procedures, laws
and regulations by attending professional development to comply with
Preschool Early Intervention program requirements.



6. Represents and promotes the AIU and Preschool Early Intervention by
partnering with internal and external stakeholders to establish and maintain
relationships that effectively support families and advance student
outcomes.



Qualifications:



1. Valid PA certification in Special Education PK-8 required

2. Valid PA certification in Early Childhood PK-4 preferred

3. Experience working with the preschool population in Early Childhood
Environments preferred

4. Effective verbal and written communication skills

5. Ability to build trust and positive working relationships with multiple
internal and external stakeholder groups

6. Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, while remaining logical and
interpersonal

7. Excellent collaboration and leadership skills

8. Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure

9. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and
responsible

10. Ability to travel throughout the County required

11. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy



Additional Requirements:

1. Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances required prior to an
offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and
received by Human Resources prior to hire date.



Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sitting for extended period of time

2. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds

3. Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching
materials and supplies

4. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner

5. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited
English-speaking customers

6. Hearing clearly

7. Adequate vision to perform duties



The information contained in this job description is for compliance with
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the
duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the
individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be
assigned.



Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of
all duties and responsibilities required of this position.



Reports To: Supervisor of Special Education



Department: Preschool Early Intervention



Position Schedule: 190 days, August-August



Salary: AIUEA Salary Scale



Benefits: AIUEA Benefit Guide



To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, PA
Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.
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Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net [recruitment@aiu3.net]



The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution
and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English
proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or
employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments,
Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504
Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in
Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act,
the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state
statute.

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