Job Description

Special Education Teacher - Autism Certified - Pre-K at the High School - TEMPORARY for the 2026-2027School Year

Essential Job Functions

• Applies strategies and techniques to foster independence, self-reliance and social skills.
• Delivers lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and in conduct of instructional exercises.
• Monitors student's progress regarding individual educational plans and goals.
• Monitors individual students and/or small groups of students in a variety of instructional activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior.
• Uses a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instruction level of children.
• Monitors students during classroom activities, recesses, and field trips.
• Operates and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional aids and media and computer assisted instructional equipment.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and positive learning environment.
• Depending on students' needs, assists students with basic personal care activities such as dressing, toileting or bathroom including catheterization, feeding and grooming.
• Uses good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students and to assist in medical emergencies.
• Assists students on and off the bus as needed.
• Administers a variety of tests and record results.
• Attends specialized training as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Develops and adheres to Individualized Educational Plan, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child.
• Meets with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year.
• Work with children who can vary from mild to severe disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goals

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other district office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• Information about Delaware Certification/Licensure can be found on the Delaware Department of Education website: https://deeds.doe.k12.de.us/
  
  • Successful candidates must provide evidence of successful PRAXIS II scores or a valid out of state teaching license. An educator applying for a license in the State of DE with less than 1 year of experience will be placed on an Initial License and will be required to take and pass a Performance Assessment by the end of their 2nd year of teaching. Applicants with one completed year of experience, but less than 4 years of experience will receive an Initial License and are NOT required to pass a Performance Assessment (with proof of current and valid out of state license). Current holders of an Initial license are exempt from requirements to pass a Performance Assessment.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in Exceptional Children/Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  Additional Requirements

  TEMPORARY POSITION: Yes

Note: All temporary positions will end on June 30th.

NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - 188 Days
Note: Months/days will be pro-rated to start date.

FULL TIME OR PART TIME: Full Time

ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS: Yes

PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION: Yes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500

NOTE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application.

NOTE: Currently employed staff members interested and certified/licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website www.seafordbluejays.org no later than the application closing date referenced above.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system. With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer.

• Standard Requirements:

• Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Protection Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment
• Tuberculin Test
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck
  
  The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work.
  
  The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position, to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.
  
  The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.
  
  The Seaford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate or deny services on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone: (302) 629-4587
  
  School Configurations:
  West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
  Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
  Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
  Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
  Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8
  Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12
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  DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.
  
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FOR INTERNAL USE ONLYEMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITONProfessional - TeacherPOSITION TITLEEarly Childhood Teacher PreK-High SchoolMANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N)NCONTRACTUAL? Y/NYPAY SCALETeacherFLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-ExemptExemptMONTHS EMPLOYED10 DAYS EMPLOYED188 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day)JOB CODE DEPARTMENT952300500REVISED9/2017