RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform necessary diagnostic activities for special education students.
Develop an individualized educational program for students based on needs identified by diagnosis and assessment.
Follow necessary due process procedures.
Be an advocate for students and assist in carrying out department and school district goals.
Collaborate with other specialists and outside agencies.
Plan initial special education assessment addressing student's educational needs and State criteria for eligibility.
Organize meetings between staff and families to complete a special education assessment.
Assess students' educational needs and eligibility for special education services through standardized and norm-referenced tests and observations following special education criteria and district procedures.
Complete special education assessment in a timely manner.
Consult with families regarding procedures and criteria for special education assessment.
Provide information to families regarding outside agencies, as needed.
Plan student's transition from assessment to special education services.
Provide support and consultation to the school district's preschool programs.
Observe and record behavior concerns and strategies used.
Report observations of students' development to staff and families.
Supervise and train classroom paraprofessionals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current Minnesota teaching license in early childhood special education.
Knowledge and experience in the area of early childhood special education.
Ability to provide academic, social, adaptive, and inclusive programming and support.
Experience working with preschool children, particularly those with emotional and behavioral difficulties.
Able to attend work regularly and report to work in a timely manner.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Can work with teams.
Uses active listening skills.

Salary:

Based on the Le Sueur-Henderson Education Association's Master Agreement.

Questions:

Contact Darren Kern, Superintendent, at dkern@isd2397.org or 507-665-4600

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (0.5 FTE)