Temporary Certified Special Education-Early Intervention.5 fte, at Ellensburg School District 401

POSITION: Certified Special Education Early Intervention Specialist.5 FTE (3.5 hours per day) ****Temporary for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school yearLOCATION: ESD Early Learning Center PreschoolREPORTS TO: Director Of Early LearningPurposeProviding quality instruction and effective classroom management for students with special needs.ResponsibilitiesPlanning preparing implementing and evaluating instructional activities consistent with established program and/or curriculum objectives WA State Early Learning and Development GuidelinesDesigning implementing and monitoring IEP Plans.Serving as case manager in coordination with the staff Building Administrators and Special Services DirectorAssisting general education teachers with the process of successfully integrating studentsDemonstrating effective teaching practices and utilizing appropriate instructional methods and materials suited to the students aptitudes and interests and the nature of the learning activitiesProviding clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculumUsing multiple student data elements to modify instruction and improve student learningProviding instruction that centers on high expectation for student achievementExhibiting collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learningRecognizing individual student learning needs and developing strategies to address those needsEstablishing classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environmentProviding guidance counseling and discipline to encourage students to meet the standard of achievement and conductCommunicating and collaborating with students parents and/or guardians administration and other staff members to provide guidance and evaluation and encourage student achievementEvaluating and recording student progress and providing reports for administrative purposesPerforming other duties as assignedRequired Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to work in a co-teaching model.Demonstrated ability to modify general education curriculum for individualized instructionDemonstrated knowledge in regard to Special Education regulations and practicesDemonstrated understanding of the principles of the curriculumDemonstrated ability to utilize a variety of instructional strategies and methods appropriate to student learning needsDemonstrated ability to align instruction and assessment with Washington State Standards and Common Core StandardsDemonstrated ability to integrate subject matterDemonstrated knowledge of TPEP and Danielson FrameworkDemonstrated effective and positive student behavior management skillsDemonstrated ability to promote high expectations maintain a caring attitude and establish a learning environment that enhances academic achievement for all studentsDemonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with all school district staff and studentsDemonstrated ability to handle confidential matters in an ethical mannerDemonstrated ability to work independently take initiative and accept the responsibility of providing effective leadership in a fast paced environmentDemonstrated ability to problem solve and provide logical solutions in complex situationsDemonstrated strong interpersonal oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to produce and maintain accurate recordsDemonstrated ability to remain flexible to change in assignment or situationsDemonstrated high level of computer proficiency and application of technologyDemonstrated ability to work with students in the area of Assistive TechnologyEducational/Vocational Preparation Occupational Certificates/LicensesWashington State teaching certificate appropriate to assignment. Preferred endorsements: Special Education Early LearningSpecial certification and/or license required for specific assignment.Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background checkESL Certification completion of Glad Training and ability to speak Spanish language preferredAcknowledgmentThis Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such it is not necessarily all inclusive and the job may require other essential and/or nonessential functions tasks duties or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the right to add modify or exclude any essential or nonessential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee is intended to create a contract of employment of any typeBENEFITS:Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical dental vision life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).School employees Washington State Health Care AuthorityRetirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).State of Washington: Department of Retirement Systems180 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits to include 12 days of sick leave 2 personal leave days**Base salary may be prorated based on FTE (hours worked)** Key Skills Channel Marketing,ERP Sales,CSSD,Conflict Management,Ethernet,AC Maintenance Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1