The purpose of the position is to deliver direct instruction to assigned students with intellectual disabilities enrolled in Lane Education Service District\'s Life Skills Education Program in accordance with identified curricular guidelines and established Individual Education Plans. In addition to meeting the standards established for the position, each incumbent has the following primary duties and accountabilities: a. Establish measurable and realistic instructional goals. b. Plan and present coherent instruction, which is adapted to the learning abilities of each student. c. Create a classroom environment of respect and rapport, establish a culture for learning, and manage student behavior equitable and fairly. d. Develop and implement individual behavior support plans as necessary to meet student needs. e. Frequently assess student performance and maintain accurate records. f. Communicate regularly with students, families, and other appropriate team members regarding student performance. g. Determine the skills and abilities of assigned support personnel, provide training, and delegate duties to provide the most effective learning opportunities for students. h. Assist in coordinating programs and services with external agencies as needed. i. Be a supportive and cooperative member of the staff. j. Maintain a professional demeanor when representing the District. k. Maintain current knowledge and skills for all disciplines taught. l. Attend Special Education and other staff meetings as requested. m. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/TRAINING a. An Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission special education license or ability to obtain one is required. b. Demonstrated knowledge of both federal and state special education requirements as well as current best practices in the field are essential. c. Prior experience in a similar special education environment serving students with intellectual disabilities is preferred. d. The ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents and staff, and the ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information is required. e. A valid First Aid/CPR Card is preferred. About Lane ESD\'s Special Education Services: Lane ESD\'s Special Education Service Area provides a wide range of services to districts in Lane County, including School Psychology, Speech Language Therapy and Augmentative Communication services, behavior consultation, and direct or related services for students with cognitive impairments, students with emotional/behavioral disorders, students with low-incidence disabilities, adjudicated at-risk youth, and young adults served at the State Hospital. Lane ESD is an equal opportunity employer, and complies with federal and state statutes which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, handicap and marital status.