BONSALL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Position Description

Title: Educational Specialist- Mild / Moderate

Department: Special Education
Reports To: Principal/Director of Special Education

Under supervision of the Principal/Director of Special Education, this person is required to provide appropriate educational support to individuals with exceptional needs.

EDUCATION
Valid California Teaching Credential with Mild / Moderate Certification.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
• Provides a physical and emotional environment, which is conducive to learning
• Monitor progress in the Resource Specialist program and in the regular classroom of the individuals on a regular basis
• Utilize teaching methods which are varied, appropriate, flexible, stimulating, creative, democratic and which encourage independence, logical thinking and individual expression
• Maintains proper control and discipline in a positive manner by establishing good, wholesome rapport
• Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings for all Resource students and others when appropriate
• Participate as a member of the IEP or Student Study Team (SST), when appropriate
• Conduct appropriate assessments for the identification and review of students with special needs
• Help parents to understand their child’s academic abilities, including strengths and weaknesses
• Develop appropriate goals and objectives for IEPs aligned with the state standards
• Evaluate progress towards goals
• Provide services to students according to their IEP
• Function as a case manager for students on the caseload including developing the IEP
• Develop and maintain records for students on the caseload
• Attend site and district staff meetings
• Order equipment and materials for the Resource Program
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Provide clear communication about students, including strategies, to parents and general education students
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff members through collaboration, consultation and cooperation
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF
Current best practices in Special Education
California State Curriculum Standards
Assessment tools and correct administration and interpretation

ABILITIES
Plan and deliver an effective instructional program; adapt the curriculum and materials to meet the individual needs of students; analyze and interpret test scores for the purpose of determining eligibility and individual goals; effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to use computer software to assist the program; use proper English; understand and follow oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships with others; communicate well; keep all appropriate school-related information and knowledge confidential.

LICENSES / OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid California Teaching Credential
Mild / Moderate Certification
Experience and strong organizational skills are desirable
Strong interpersonal and communication skills