Special Education Teachers; EC-- Prospective Elementary Campus

Position: Special Education Teachers (EC-6) - Prospective Elementary Campus
Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Discovery Unit

Date Posted:

4/21/2025

Location:

Prospective Elementary School Campus

Date Available:

04/21/2025

 Additional Information:
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REPORTS TO:

Campus Principal

Final date to receive applications:

Open Until Filled

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:

187 days

DATE REVISED

07/30/2020

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:

Exempt

SALARY RANGE:

$57,300 Minimum

$80,668 Maximum

PAY GRADE:

TCH

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate face-to-face instruction in the assigned academic subject area to foster their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development. Facilitate the development of competencies and skills necessary for success in society. Additionally, may offer distance or virtual learning options when required to accommodate individual needs and ensure the continuity of instruction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Experience

Highly qualified as per NCLB guidelines, if applicable to teaching assignment

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies

* Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance, virtual, or face to face learning to fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

* Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Educational Plan (IEP) through the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.

* Implement an instructional, and/or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

* Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and resources for distance, virtual, or face to face learning that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned students according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

* Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

* Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

* Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.

* Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.

* Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

* Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

* Use technology in teaching/learning process and provide blended learning opportunities in the classroom environment.

* Conducts Pre/Post assessments.

Student Growth and Development

* Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

* Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.

* Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.

* Sponsor outside activities approved by campus Principal.

* Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district and campus.

* Report progress to parents.

Classroom Management and Organization

* Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

* Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.

* Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.

* Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

* Assist in…