Speech Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan and provide rigorous, engaging instruction addressing student Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and NYS curriculum standards. Use culturally and linguistically responsive practices to instruct students of varying cultural backgrounds. Collaborate with teachers, related service providers and support staff to provide a team-oriented approach. Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, strengths, and needs. Prepare trimester and annual progress reports. Complete student IEPs, including present levels of performance, goals and classroom accommodations using Frontline IEP (formerly IEP Direct). Collect and record data regarding student progress toward IEP goals. Use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology as needed to address student needs. Participate in Instructional Support Team (IST) meetings to provide pre-referral strategies and interventions to support students in general education settings. Use a variety of interventions to support progress towards goals before considering more restrictive placements. Implement data-driven interventions to address gaps in learning due to COVID-19 pandemic. Demonstrate a reflective mindset towards his/her instructional practice. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Applications for Full Time Probationary Instructional positions must include an introductory video. Please upload an introductory video in MP4 format, not to exceed 5 minutes in the section called other. Your video should answer the following questions: How will you effectively educate students from diverse backgrounds? How will you ensure success for every student? All costs associated with these employment requirements are the responsibility of the employee: Fingerprint clearance from the NY State Department of Education (NYSED) Drug Screening Physical Examination Patchogue-Medford Schools is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.

Created: 2024-11-04