Homebound Teacher

Current Status:
Accepting Applications

Deadline:
Until Filled

Job Title:

Homebound Teacher

Reports to:

Campus Administrator

Position:
Full-time

Dept. / School:
East or West Campus

Primary Role and

Purpose:

Working under the direction of the Campus Administrators, the Homebound Teacher is responsible for providing an educational atmosphere in which the student will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with District philosophy, goals, and objectives.

FLSA Classification:

Non-Exempt

Education/

Experience:

* Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited educational institution.

* Special Education Certification required for Special Ed. Homebound Instruction.

* Satisfactory criminal background check.

* Valid Texas' Driver's License and transportation available.

Skills:

* Ability to apply knowledge of current education and instructional theories, methodologies, techniques, and principles.

* Broad knowledge of subject matter, and knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting the lives and education of students.

* Considerable judgment, tact, patience, sensitivity, and flexibility are required to deal with students from varied socioeconomic backgrounds and learning styles.

* Creativity and adaptive thinking required to match teaching objectives, learning strategies, and instructional plans with students' abilities.

* Ability to provide learning experiences in a variety of settings.

* Ability to effectively manage student behavior.

* Ability to implement instructional activities for maximum effectiveness.

* Strong verbal and written communication skills.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality.

* Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.

* Highly proficient and skilled in current technology necessary to do the job well.

* Ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds, social circumstances, and abilities.

* Establish and maintain positive and harmonious working relationships with team members and administration.

* Demonstrate strong work ethic, accept responsibility, and the ability to be self-motivated.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Planning and Preparation

* Implement instructional activities provided by student's teacher of record including any modifications/accommodations designed in the student's IEP, 504 plan and/or homebound instructional plan.

* Provide learning environment that meets the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.

* Provide instructional assistance to students that is clear, compelling and engaging.

* Deliver instructional strategies that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

* Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, Board policies and administrative regulations and best practices.

Assessment/Evaluation

* Carry out responsibilities for test administrators, i.e., handle materials in a secure manner.

* Provide appropriate feedback to the student's teacher of record regarding student progress during homebound sessions.

* Maintain specific records of data collection.

Intervention/Direct Services

* Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.

* Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.

* Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.

* Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.

* Provide appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs.

* Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.

* Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.

* Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.

Technology

* Use appropriate technology in instructional delivery.

* Use technology to establish an atmosphere of active learning.

* Facilitate student access to the use of electronic resources.

Collaboration

* Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and community.

* Collaborate with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student standards.

* Maintain effective communication with parents to solicit input in relation to student needs.

* Collaborate with peers to create quality instructional environment.

* Serve as liaison between the school and the home for the delivery of instructional services to general education, special education or compensatory homebound instruction.

* Participate in ARD/staff meetings when appropriate.

Professional Responsibilities

* Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere at all times to the…