The posting
NH Certification or Statement of Eligibility as a Special Education Teacher
Approximately immediate need through approximately 12/24
REPORTS TO
Building Principal or Designee
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(The following are illustrative of the responsibilities associated with this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.)
Identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments.
- Review referral data, history and assessment data to develop appropriate goals and objectives for each student.
- Confer with general education teachers regarding the educational, social, emotional and physical needs and objectives of each student.
- Plan, develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student.
- Design appropriate teaching strategies.
- Prepare instructional materials and lesson plans according to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
- Review IEPs with parents, school administrators and general education teachers.
- Monitor, evaluate and document each student's progress utilizing appropriate measurements and assessment devices.
- Prepare timely progress reports for each student.
- Develop and implement necessary interventions and strategies to promote achievement of student objectives.
- Collaborate and consult with general school personnel regarding the implementation of the IEPs and special educational services.
- Modify and adapt conventional educational programs and curriculum to meet the requirements of special needs students.
- Maintain regular communication with parents by means of email, phone calls, conferences and progress reports.
- Assist parents with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards.
- Ensure adherence to reasonable rules of classroom discipline and order to maintain a secure and effective learning environment.
- Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising and assessing behavioral patterns.
- Utilize appropriate corrective methods to modify behavior.
- Develop and implement Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) where necessary.
- Instruct students on socially acceptable behaviors and personal development skills.
- Prepare special needs students for inclusion and transition to mainstream.
- Maintain accurate and complete records in compliance with school district regulations and legal requirements.
- Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends.
- Knowledge of lockdown procedures, fire drills, emergency backpacks to insure a safe school environment.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Organizational and planning skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Judgment and decision-making
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving
- Conflict management and resolution
- Appreciation of diversity
- Adaptability
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate field
- Valid New Hampshire State teaching certification
- Appropriate Special Education endorsements or licensure
- Experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders
- Experience in educating special needs students
- Proven effective classroom and student behavior management skills
- Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies
- knowledge and understanding of State, local and federal regulations and policies affecting special education
- Working knowledge of educational technology applications
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Refer to the contract between the Londonderry School Board and the Londonderry Educational Association Union for additional information.



