Job Description:

The Shelton Public Schools has a vacancy for a Special Education Tutor.

Location: Elizabeth Shelton School

Reports To: Special Education Case Manager

JOB GOAL:

The Special Education Tutor will provide individualized and small group instruction for students

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Conducts individual and small, flexible group instruction to reinforce skills.

 Circulates around the classroom and assists students as needed.

 Provides individualized student support as specified in students’ individualized education

plans (IEP’s).

 Observes and records students’ academic and behavior data.

 Assists the classroom teacher with instruction and behavior management.

 Assists the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher in the implementation of

testing accommodations.

 Collaborates with case manager, special education teacher, general education teacher

and related service providers regarding student progress.

 Models strategies that students will learn to implement on their own, including but not

limited to: test taking strategies, organizational skills, etc.

 Accommodates and or/modifies instructional materials in accordance with the student

IEP and case manager and/or classroom teacher guidance.

 Participates in professional development opportunities offered by the School District.

 Communicates pertinent student information to the case manager in a timely manner.

 Supports new and ongoing School District initiatives such as least restrictive

environment, positive behavior support and literacy initiatives.

 Works cooperatively with the supervisor of special education, building administrator,

case manager and other team members.

 Assists teachers and student services providers in improving instruction and services.

 Adheres to all Board of Education policies and procedures.

 Maintains ethical professional behavior and observes all requirements regarding

confidentiality of student information.

 Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or headmaster.

REQUIREMENTS:

 Bachelors degree required, special education teacher certification preferred,

transcripts must be submitted with application.

 Experience with students in a school setting.

 Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

 Superior organizational, oral and written communication skills.

 Knowledge of school district organization preferred.

 Demonstrated commitment to school/ department “ team” concept and the success of the

School District.

 Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.

 Computer literate.

Salary: $22.00 Hourly