Beginning 2024-2025 School Year
FTE: 1.0
Salary: Commensurate with Salary Schedule. Schedule under negotiation for 2024-2025. Current salary shown here: 2023-2024 Salary Matrix https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1653063175/sd5k12mtus/mqyuvzmpxyxo4rwnocxm/keasalarymatrix-23-24.pdf . Exempt, benefits-eligible, 187 days + 8 holidays + 4 personal days. This position is under the Teacher's Retirement System.
Works cooperatively, collaboratively, and establishes positive relationships with colleagues, parents, and guardians of students.
Maintains and manages a special education case load of approximately 20-25 students. Duties include maintaining a confidential file for each student in accordance with the Administrative Rules of Montana and the Special Education Department.
Participates in school and district professional development activities.
Attends building and district meetings as required.
Performs other duties as assigned by the building principal which may include, but are not limited to the following: monitor hallways, monitor school activities, and conduct parent teacher conferences.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Understands Special Education process and procedures.
Skill in completing special education eligibility assessments.
Ability to implement standard based instruction, assessment and grading.
Skill in the use of technology to enhance instruction and communication.
Ability to work as a contributing member of effective teaching teams.
Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, and parents.
Ability to follow directions.
Skill, dedication and aptitude for working with students.
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with people with a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree; AND,
State of Montana Educator license with appropriate endorsement(s) in Special Education (K-12).
Preferred Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge of Montana Administrative Rules and Regulations in special education.
Physical Demands:
Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, lift, and carry items up to 40 pounds.
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