Position Description: Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)-Elementary/Middle School Program Specialist
CLASSIFICATION: Salary Based on Approved Certified Compensation Plan (Extended Work Calendar – 210 Days)
General Statement Of Responsibilities
The TOSA-ESS Program Specialist will be responsible for substantially and effectively assisting the ESS Director in the task of providing leadership and coordination of all special education programs - elementary and middle school level.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES: (essential functions)
Works with teachers on out of district placements (vouchers, private day, ASDB, PCSE, surrogate parents)
Assist with Related Service providers (OT/PT/PSY/SLP/COOP vision and hearing screen)
Assist teachers with testing, Post school outcomes data, test accommodations
Assist teachers in the development of appropriate classroom interventions/strategies/assessment
Assist with research to evaluate and improve educational opportunities for students
Assist in developing program models that will allow all students to access general curriculum
Mentor new teachers in areas of compliance and special education issues
Develop and implement on-going staff development and training opportunities
Develop and implement ongoing training opportunities for paraprofessionals
Train staff on electronic accountability program
Review and provide feedback to teachers on IEP/MET compliance issues
Train staff on compliance issues
Work with IT department to troubleshoot issues
Assist teachers with entering student data in the electronic accountability program
Develop IEP’s for the students placed through vouchers or out of district placements
Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Five years of successful teaching experience required. Master’s Degree preferred. Educational administration certification preferred. Experience in supervision and administration preferred. Valid Arizona teaching or administrative certificate, Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies
Title IX Coordinator
Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Email:tbeckett@musd20.org
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Email:lstollarslover@musd20.org
Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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