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Teacher, Preschool Education Program

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Teacher, Special Education CODE: 1034 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Teacher, Preschool Education Program GRADE: AD MONTHS: 10
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: .Under direction provides direct, consultative, and other program services for children ages three through five, who have disabilities in two or more developmental areas. Assesses plans and provides instruction on the MCPS pre kindergarten curriculum outcomes for students. Consults with staff (coordinator, program support teacher, related service providers, parent educators, and paraeducators) on strategies and accommodations to access the curriculum and school environment. Ability to administer, accurately interpret, analyze data and write concise educational assessment reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of early childhood intervention to children with multiple developmental delays; typical and atypical development of children, ages three through five years; thorough knowledge of educational techniques/programming to address multiple developmental delays; technology applications for pre-kindergarten students; ability to identify problems and generate solutions to address the learning needs of pre-kindergarten students with delays; ability to implement effective behavior intervention strategies; ability to handle multiple tasks at a time; excellent organizational skills for managing student information; ability to establish effective classroom management routines; knowledge of early literacy; able to develop functional behavior assessments and implement behavioral intervention plans. Excellent communication and human relations skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in special education from an accredited college or university; background in early childhood human development, developmental disabilities, and working with parents and families; experience teaching pre-kindergarten children with developmental delays desired. Other combinations of applicable education, training and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland State Department of Education requirements for special education teacher.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assesses learning needs of students through observation and administration of appropriate evaluation protocols, curriculum-based assessments, and information provided by parents and team members.

Develops Individualized Education Programs (IEP) that are related to the MCPS pre kindergarten curriculum.

Provides and evaluates instruction for students. Selects appropriate teaching techniques, modifying tasks and materials to accommodate individual needs.

Uses assistive technology to teach curricular outcomes and accommodate learning needs.

Uses paraeducators effectively to implement interventions.

Collaborates with team members on learning strategies, differentiation and use of equipment and adaptive devices.

Revises IEP objectives as needed, throughout the year, and participates in IEP team and parent meetings.

Participates in MCPS training and professional development activities.

Maintains communication with parents on student progress and provides reinforcement activities for home.

When appropriate, collaborates with MCPS early childhood staff for inclusive opportunities.

Reinforces school rules related to student conduct.

Completes required documentation such as evaluations, quarterly progress and IEPs in a timely manner.

Performs related work as required.

Class Established: 8/83
Date(s) Revised: 7/07
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.