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High School Special Education Lead Teacher

Ridgewood Public Schools | Rigdewood, NJ

  

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CountyBergen
Posted Date 10/22/2024
Expiration Date10/27/2024
Description Position: Special Education Lead Teacher - High School

Position Summary: Facilitates the effective and efficient operation of the special education program at the high school level.

Qualifications:  Possess or be eligible for NJDOE Instructional certification with Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities endorsement; Supervisor certificate, preferred.

Responsibilities include:
  • Provide ongoing consultation to special and general education personnel to ensure compliance with federal and state special education regulations.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff and Child Study Team members to assess the needs of specific students and implement instructional objectives.
  • Help develop an IEP meeting calendar by assigning teachers to each meeting.
  • Attend weekly meetings with the Child Study Team to facilitate IEP development and implementation.
  • Meet with Department Supervisors, including Special Education, to enhance communication among supervisors, building administrators, teaching staff, and the Special Programs Department.
  • Participate in interviews for new teachers and Child Study Team members as positions become available.
  • Maintain communication with the middle school lead teacher and share essential dates with Special Education Teachers.
  • Determine common planning time/coverage for teacher training.
  • Manage student access to digital platforms as needed.
  • Support targeted populations with data review training.
  • Assist with writing Goals/Objectives (G/O) and Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) documents.
  • Support the PREP program at RHS.
  • Facilitate and manage paraprofessional schedules to ensure adequate coverage and provide onboarding support and feedback on their performance.
  • Conduct training sessions on special education policies and instructional strategies for staff.
  • Ensure necessary materials and resources are available for special education students.
  • Act as a liaison between the school and parents regarding special education matters.
  • Collaborate with students, families, and staff to ensure smooth transitions and appropriate support.
  • Facilitate student and parent tours as necessary.
  • Perform other responsibilities as required.
Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please go to http://www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us/ and click on the JOB OPPORTUNITIES link to complete the application process. Please do not mail, email, or bring resumes to the district HR office or any of our schools. Unsolicited paper documents will be discarded.

The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
County
Bergen

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