Early Childhood Screening and Evaluation - TOSA

Special Services

Revised March 2024

Requirements

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree and endorsement in any special education or related service area.  Certification or licensure:  South Dakota teacher certificate or related service license.

Experience Required

Successful student teaching or related service internship.  Experience working with young children and knowledge of early childhood development. 

Physical Requirements

Hand-eye, mind-eye coordination.  Constant hearing, speaking, standing, walking and writing.  Frequent stand to sit motion, carrying, keyboarding, and other repetitive motions. Stand to sit

Other Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management.  Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students.  Demonstrated skills in computer word processing, spreadsheets and databases.  Knowledge in implementation of IEP processes and special education law.  Training in delivery of standardized assessments and interpretation of assessment results.

Reports To

Birth to Three Supervisor & Early Childhood Coordinator

Received Guidance From

Birth to Three Supervisor & Early Childhood Coordinator

Essential Function & Duties

  1. Completes developmental screens and assessments in accordance with District approved programs of study.

  2. Participates in identification, assessment and IEP/IFSP development and delivery for eligible students.

  3. Maintains student records regarding referral, screening, evaluation, and placements in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

  4. Case manages student individual education programs (IEP) to meet specialized needs of students with disabilities, when necessary.

  5. Coordinates special education documentation regarding the special education processes including referral, evaluation, IEP development and implementation, and related processes in compliance with district, state and federal requirements including timelines.

  6. Participates in parent interviews and communicates with parents informing them of their child’s development and activities to promote growth.

  7. Implements specialized instruction utilizing researched strategies and interventions based on the needs of the students, when necessary.

  8. Participates in IEP meetings and communicates with parents on a routine basis keeping them informed of their child’s progress in compliance with district procedures, when necessary.

  9. Utilizes techniques consistent with the research on characteristics of effective instruction and evaluation procedures.

  10. Excellent time management and organizational skills.

  11. Participate in Professional Growth Opportunities and Demonstrate Professionalism

    1. Participate in ongoing professional growth.

    2. Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, parents, and students.

  12. Provides for the well-being, health, and safety of all students.

  13. Abides by School Board and building policies and rules, teacher handbooks and the negotiated collective bargaining agreement.

  14. Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.

  15. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Working Conditions

Climatic Environment | Inside & Outside

Climate controlled environment with some temperature variations. Typically, work is conducted in a comfortable environment.

Hazards

Exposure to communicable diseases.

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