High School Learning Specialist Long Term Substitute (Spring Semester) at School Administrative Unit 70

Hanover High School is seeking a flexible organized Learning Specialist who works well in a fast-paced and rigorous educational environment and is comfortable advocating for the hearts minds and voices of students through productive collaboration with all members of the special education team (student parents teachers support staff and school administration). A successful candidate will employ a solid range of evidence-based intervention skills facility with technology and creativity to create tailored special education programs for students with educational disabilities.Position runs from approximately February-April 2026 open until filled.Benefits for this position can be found in theNon Union School Year Standard Benefits.Please visit theInformation for New Hires pagefor more.POSITION TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERJob Description Approved By:SAU 70 School BoardDate:01/01/2018General Purpose:The Special Education Teacher will perform the duties required by NH RSA 186-C and which are all direct result of a students needs for a Individualized Education Program. The Special Education Teacher will work collaboratively with subject area teachers to assist students in learning appropriate curriculum and skills.Reports to:Principal; Director of Special EducationSupervises:N/APOSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Except as specifically noted the following functions are considered essential to this position:Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments through formal and informal evaluation of those students who have been identified as having a possible educational disability.Serve on a multidisciplinary team for the identification of a student with a suspected educational disability.Collaborate with the students parents and teachers in planning writing and monitoring the studentseducational plan.To be an active participant in the special education process including completion of all pertinent forms as required by NH RSA 186-C and the New Hampshire Rules for the Education of Children With Disabilities and attend all meetings.Collaborate with classroom teachers by providing consultation materials program development or program modifications for identified students as needed to fulfill the goals and objectives of the Individual Education Plan.Implements accommodations and modifications as listed on Individual Education Program (IEP) 504 plans developed at meetings.Understands how students learn and develop and provides opportunities that support their cognitive linguistic creative social moral emotional and physical development.To collaborate with classroom teachers to guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.Plan lessons that employ a variety of instructional techniques that when implemented meet the specialized needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.Maintain maximum supervision of assigned students at all times and encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences in-service training faculty meetings) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.Assess the progress of students using a variety of progress monitoring instruments on a regular basis.Employ a variety of specialized instructional techniques technology and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.Provide the immediate supervisor with a schedule of students serviced and to keep thorough ongoing records for the individual students.Ability to maintain accurate complete and current records as required by law district policies and administrative procedures.To assist in the development of the annual budget for special education and to requisition needed supplies for servicing students.To supervise paraprofessionals if necessary at least once a week to include: monitoring of the students progress and behavior consultation and planning weekly and reporting to the immediate supervisor important data and appropriate information.Develop an appropriate plan of professional development.Follows District policies procedures goals and approved curriculum for content areas.This job description is not intended to be inclusive and employees will also perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s).Evaluation:Evaluation will be based on ability and effectiveness in carrying out the responsibilities of the position as defined. Performance will be reviewed by Administrators in cooperation with the Superintendent and in accordance with School Board policy and the SAU 70 District Professional Educator Evaluation Plan.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contracted 185 days; exemptMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:Bachelors DegreeNecessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of child and adolescent developmentKnowledge of testing instruments and their application to the academic settingKnowledge of research based instructional interventionsAbility to collaborate with professionals parents and communityAwareness ofapplicable state Rules and Regulations for Special EducationLICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:NH Certification in General Special Education for Dresden and Hanover School DistrictsHigh Qualified status or equivalentPHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:Primary Physical Requirements:(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)1. Lift up to 10 lbs:Frequently required2. Lift 11 to 25 lbs:Occasionally required3. Lift 25 to 50 lbs:Occasionally required4. Lift over 50 lbs:Occasionally required5. Carry up to 10 lbs:Frequently required6. Carry 11 to 25 lbs:Occasionally required7. Carry 26 to 50 lbs:Occasionally required8. Carry over 50 lbs:Rarely required9. Reach above shoulder height:Frequently required10. Reach at shoulder height:Frequently required11. Reach below shoulder height:Frequently required12. Push/Pull:Frequently requiredHand Manipulation:(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)1. Grasping:Frequently required2. Handling:Frequently required3. Torquing:Frequently required4. Fine Manipulation:Frequently required5. Controls and Equipment:Computer telephone copy andfax machine and postage meter.Other Physical Consideration:(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)1. Twisting:Frequently required2. Bending:Frequently required3. Crawling:Occasionally required4. Squatting:Frequently required5. Kneeling:Frequently required6. Crouching:Occasionally required7. Climbing:Rarely required8. Balancing:Rarely requiredDuring the Work Day Employee is Required to:1. Sit:up to 3 consecutive hours2. Stand:up to 3 consecutive hours3. Walk:up to 1 consecutive hourCognitive and Sensory Requirement(s):1. Talking:Necessary for communicating with others.2. Hearing:Necessary for receiving instructions and inquiries.3. Sight:Necessary for doing job effectively and correctly.4. Tasting and Smelling:Not RequiredWork Environment:Inside: up to 100%Outside: up to 20%Work Surface(s):Office Desk Office ChairCarpeted floor tile floorOther Training Skills and Experience Requirements:Ability to work with staff students parents and the communityOther Considerations and Requirements:The physical demands of an employee in a special education teaching role are minimal but frequent. The employee is frequently required to do some lifting when assisting students or materials. Employee must be able to sit and stand based on student needs.Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Events,IT Audit,Land Survey,Accountancy,Contract Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1