Teacher, RDSPD

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

To provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth by creating a secure world class learning environment; enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's Degree, required

Texas Teaching Certificate:
Deaf, Hard of Hearing, with required endorsements for subject/level assigned or other permits as approved by state, required

Texas Assessment of Signed Communication (TASC), required

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Communicate effectively (verbal, written, and sign language); utilize effective interpersonal skills; demonstrate knowledge of subjects assigned; exhibit general knowledge of curriculum and instruction; basic computer skills preferred

Experience:

At least one (1) year of student teaching or approved internship, required

Days: 187

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Keep informed about current legislation, educational developments, literature and research in the field of education/assigned subject by participating in state and national professional organizations; attend appropriate conferences and staff development sessions; maintain professional growth in the core knowledge area of competency.

* Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) for students assigned and provide written evidence of implementation.

* Follow and implement special education procedures, using the appropriate documentation.

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

* Plan, prepare and execute lessons, instructional strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students.

* Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives and methods to address the needs of special populations.

* Plan, supervise and evaluate purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s), Interpreters, and/or volunteer(s).

* Utilize technology in planning, organizing and implementing the teacher/learning process and other classroom managerial functions.

* Assist students in analyzing and understanding the learning process so that they may become life-long learners.

* Monitor and assess student achievement through informal and formal testing procedures.

* Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and cooperate with the sponsorship for activities approved by the School.

* Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible and be a positive role model for students.

* Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

* Manage student behavior in the classroom adhering to the District Discipline Management Plan in accordance with Board policies, administrative regulations and Individual Education Plans.

* Assist in the selection of textbooks, supplies, equipment, instructional materials and technology resources.

* Establish open lines of communication and maintain a professional relationship with students, parents, colleagues and community members.

* Demonstrate interest and initiative in personal and professional improvement and participate in the campus and District staff development program.

* Keep informed of and complies with federal, state, District and campus regulations and policies for classroom teachers; compile, maintain and file ail reports, records and other documents as required.

* Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.

* Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, computer software, copier, multimedia equipment and other classroom or office machines.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; ability to instruct

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Assist in restraining students in crisis situations; frequent prolonged, irregular hours and occasional evening meetings; occasional lifting or moving up to 45 pounds and over; monitor students for a prolonged period of time; monitor multi-tasks/projects; meet deadlines, develop effective relationship with students, and parents.