Position Type:
CERTIFIED - Special Education
Date Posted:
7/8/2026
Location:
ATEC (east)
Date Available:
08/14/2026
Position starting:8/14/2026
FTE: 1
One Year
Hiring Manager: John Hughes
email: [email protected]
phone: 801-610-8186
Certification:
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A SPED license is required
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Severe Disabilities (S/P) endorsement is preferred
SPED (S/P) Life Skills
Essential Functions
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Develops and administers the transition curriculum consistent with the school district's goals and objectives.
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Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction and student learning.
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Develops and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
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Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
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Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
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Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn about current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
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Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
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Encourages parental and student involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
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Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
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Collaborates with other secondary professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
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Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment, and maintains inventory records.
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Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
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Supervise and train para-educators to support the teacher in student achievement.
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Work with community business partners to develop student work training opportunities.
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Coordinate with outside agencies to promote student transition to adult life.
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Maintains appropriate relationships with parents, students, and staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as the ability to differentiate instruction based upon student learning styles.
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Knowledge of transition curriculum and concepts.
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Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
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Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
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Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
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Ability to organize and coordinate work.
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Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
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Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
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Ability to develop and implement a behavior intervention plan.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
