San Carlos Charter (SCC), a progressive K-8 charter school located in San Carlos, is seeking a 1.0 FTE Resource Educator.

The SCC curriculum is centered on current research about learning and the grouping of students. All instruction is based on the constructivist learning theory and multiple intelligence theory, so children are engaged in hands-on, minds-on learning every day. Curriculum is created by educators and is structured around integrated thematic units. We are resource-based (no textbooks).

Salary dependent upon experience

10 months per year

Provide direct instruction and services for learners whose needs were identified in a written IEP developed by the IEP team and who are assigned to regular classroom educators for a majority of the school day
Utilize assessment results in developing IEP goals and objectives
Identify and utilize special materials and teaching strategies pertinent to individual learner and staff needs
Prescribe and implement behavior management techniques as appropriate
Provide appropriate activities and opportunities to enhance development of a positive self -concept and self-advocacy skills
Coordinate the IEPs of learners with special needs with classroom educators
Maintain and complete records, individual data, reports, etc., that may be required by the school, state and/or federal policies or regulations
Serve as a member or case manager of the IEP team, the Learner Support Team and other appropriate school committees
Provide consultation and/or in-service to other school staff and parents which may relate to learner assessment, specialized instruction, management and guidance
Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all other school personnel, parents, and other agencies
Maintain learner records and confidentiality
Performs other duties as assigned

The San Carlos Charter is a K-8 school just south of San Francisco serving students of San Carlos and the Peninsula. We are a progressive school that emphasizes project-based learning and interdisciplinary units. San Carlos Charter is the oldest charter school in California and one of the oldest operating charter schools in the United States. Over the last 20 years, SCC has been a leader in progressive education. We believe that fostering a nurturing and supportive community supports our students as they develop into considerate, thoughtful, ethical, and engaged citizens.

Valid California teaching credential: Multiple Subject and Learning Handicapped, Educational Specialist Instruction Credential (Mild/Moderate)
Resource Specialist Certificate or authorization
CLAD/BCLAD or equivalent
Knowledge of curriculum for learning challenged and deficient learners
Special Education practices regarding eligibility and placement, diagnostic and standardized test administration and interpretation
Experience with assessment, collaborative teaching strategies, case management processes, differentiated instruction, behavioral strategies
Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of the Internet as well as the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word and Excel)
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deadlines
Demonstrates good judgment, is approachable and professional in attitude and demeanor
Must pass pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to employment history and criminal background check
Must provide valid TB Assessment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, and walk and involves walking on even and uneven surfaces and negotiating a 6” curb. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, crouch and/or crawl. The employee occasionally may lift or push up to 25 lbs.

Must sit on an occasional or frequent basis. This is done at the desk with forward bending from the waist, leaning on the forearms, and looking down which requires neck flexion. It is necessary to grasp and manipulate pens, markers, scissors, staplers, etc., either occasionally or frequently, depending on the day.

The use of office equipment including computers (mostly Macs), telephones, copiers, fax machines, etc. will be required. When working with equipment it may also be necessary to forward bend, squat, and/or kneel.

Hearing and vision must be corrected to normal range. Involves manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment includes the office, school grounds, classrooms, and other school spaces (including gym and storage areas). The noise level in this work environment is usually low to moderate. These settings may experience heat or cold extremes as well as fumes, odors, and dust.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and SCC reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice.

Please provide the following in ONE PDF emailed to jobs@scclc.net:

Statement of interest
Resume
Three references