Special Education Teacher

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Planning:

• The teacher shall prepare plans and demonstrate a sense of long term planning according to the District Framework.
• The teacher shall demonstrate a sequence of learning goals and objectives in the development of lessons, units, and course objectives.
• The teacher shall clearly state high standards for learning and let the students know they are expected to meet those standards.
• The teacher shall plan, for effective use of time on task.
• The teacher shall organize activities so that materials, equipment, and assignments are ready and accessible for students to use.
• The teacher shall plan for the systematic evaluation of lesson and unit activities.

Instructional Methods:

• The teacher shall state the objectives to be presented.
• The teacher shall present the lessons logically and clearly.
• The teacher shall incorporate a variety of instructional materials and techniques.
• The teacher shall use appropriate levels of questioning to evaluate student understanding to achieve a high rate of success.
• The teacher shall summarize the main point(s) of the lesson at the end of the instructional activity.
• The teacher shall give evidence of planning and preparation.
• The teacher shall show respect for students' opinions and suggestions.
• The teacher shall recognize and attempt to provide for individual differences.
• Classroom Management:
• The teacher shall establish and maintain a pleasant, orderly, and positive classroom atmosphere.
• The teacher shall provide proper supervision and appropriate discipline.
• The teacher shall be considerate and fair in dealing with students.
• The teacher shall demand, demonstrate, and encourage respect for materials, equipment, facility, and classroom appearance.
• The teacher shall utilize class time in a constructive manner.
• The teacher shall be punctual in meeting classes and/or supervisory assignments.
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  Competency:
• The teacher shall demonstrate a thorough and complete knowledge of the subject matter being taught.
• The teacher shall demonstrate an ability to provide relevant examples of concepts to promote the learning of new skills.
• The teacher shall prepare appropriate testing materials for the evaluation of student progress.
• The teacher shall implement feedback on daily assignments and test results promptly.
• The teacher shall keep up-to-date and adequate records of each student's achievement.
• The teacher shall follow building and district evaluation policies.

Case management:

• The teacher shall participate in IEP meetings for students in the program or those being considered for the program.
• The teacher shall act as the case manager.
• The teacher shall develop and monitor lEP goals.
• The teacher shall monitor the delivery of related services for students on your caseload.
• The teacher shall complete regular progress monitoring.
• The teacher shall formally report progress to parents as often as is done for regular education students.
• The teacher shall complete the annual inventory.
• The teacher shall engage in two-way communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
• The teacher shall maintain high hut realistic academic and behavioral expectations for students.

Professionalism:

The teacher shall maintain daily hours set by the school district and set a satisfactory record of attendance.
The teacher shall be an active participant in curriculum development, individually and with colleagues.
The teacher shall be involved in personal professional growth through either a continuing education program or an individually devised set of objectives or disciplines.
The teacher shall exhibit a positive attitude that promotes good rapport among colleagues, students, and parents.
The teacher shall complete assigned tasks on schedule and maintain efficient…