St. Ambrose Dual Language School is seeking a passionate and experienced Resource-Curriculum and Instruction Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will be trained and certified in Orton-Gillingham (OG) methodology and possess a deep commitment to meeting the diverse learning needs of all students.
Responsibilities:
- Orton-Gillingham Training and Certification:
- Must be OG trained and certified, demonstrating proficiency in implementing OG methodology.
- Classroom Support and Recommendations:
- Provide recommendations to teachers for classroom strategies, accommodations, and alternative assessment methods to address students' diverse learning needs.
- Parent Communication and Support:
- Consult and communicate with parents of students with special needs, offering information and resources to support their child's education.
- Student Observation and Referral:
- Conduct formal observations of students recommended for referral to identify their learning strengths and challenges.
- Individualized Education Planning:
- Coordinate the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individualized Services Plans (ISPs), Individualized Catholic Education Plans (ICEPs), or Student Assistance Plans (SAPs) for students with special needs.
- Collaboration with Special Education Personnel:
- Work closely with public school Special Education personnel to write IEPs/ISPs and coordinate services for students.
- Meeting Participation:
- Participate in child study meetings, IEP/ISP meetings, and eligibility meetings to contribute insights and recommendations for students' educational plans.
- Direct Instruction:
- Provide direct teaching, co-teaching, small group instruction, and individualized instruction for students with special needs as necessary.
- Standardized Testing:
- Assist in the administration of standardized tests for students with special needs, ensuring appropriate accommodations are provided.
- Student Enrollment Screening:
- Assist the principal in screening new students applying for enrollment, particularly those with special needs.
- Assistive Technology Review:
- Review and recommend assistive technology tools and resources to support students' learning needs.
- Higher Education Transition Support:
- Collaborate with the high school guidance office to assist students with disabilities in determining appropriate institutes of higher learning and transition planning.
- Miscellaneous Duties:
- Accept other miscellaneous duties related to a Resource Specialist as defined by the principal.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Education or related field (Master's preferred).
- Orton-Gillingham training and certification required.
- Experience in special education, curriculum development, and instructional leadership.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of regulations pertaining to special education.
- Ability to adapt to diverse learning environments and individual student needs.
Join our team at St. Ambrose Dual Language School and make a difference in the lives of our students with diverse learning needs. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding opportunity. Please send your resume, a cover letter, and three professional references to mtejada@stambroseschool.org
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