District Level Resource Teacher, Parentally Placed Private School Students

Job Summary
Provides instructional support to students with disabilities who are parentally placed in not-for-profit private schools as required by Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for equitable services to eligible students. Serves as the educational liaison between the district and private schools.

Essential Functions Percent of Job
1. Provides direct instruction in reading and/or math to students with disabilities who are parentally placed in not-for-profit private schools. 40%
2. Develops and implements services plans for eligible students with disabilities 10%
3. Participates as a member of the Multidisciplinary Team for students who are parentally placed in private schools 10%
4. Administers pre and post academic assessments . 10%
5. Reports student progress on Services Plan goals quarterly. 10%
6. Participates in professional development to develop content knowledge and improve instructional practices. 10%
7. Maintains daily student attendance as documentation of services
8. Creates lesson plans in accordance with curriculum guidelines. 5%
9. Performs other duties as assigned. 5%

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five (5) years teaching experience (recommend 3 years in Duval County Public Schools) with background in curriculum planning, articulation, instruction, model lessons, training, feedback, follow-up, and coaching. Experience working with new teachers.

Certifications & Licenses: Certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
* Working knowledge of professional development methodologies
* Knowledge of adult learning theory
* Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
* Strong word processing and presentation software skills
* Strong training development and delivery skills
* Strong creative problem solving skills
* Strong time management skills
* Strong organizational skills
* Ability to organize and conduct in-service training and professional growth activities
* Ability to manage multiple tasks
* Ability to facilitate meetings effectively
* Ability to implement continuous improvement processes
* Ability to collaborate with parents, teachers, and school staff