SPED Teacher, Homebound

POSITION: Special Education Teacher/Homebound

EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS: 187

PAY GRADE: Teacher Salary

DIVISION: Assigned campuses

DEPARTMENT:
Special Services

REPORTS TO: Principal, Special Services Supervisor

SUPERVISES: Assigned teacher assistant(s), if applicable

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university

Valid teaching certificate, Special Education certified

Be eligible for the appropriate Probationary Certificate through a TEA approved Teacher Certification Program

EXPERIENCE: Student teaching or approved internship or approved Alternative Teacher Certification Program training

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their

potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop

competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Major Responsibilities

Instructional Management

1. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

2. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the

ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

3. Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of

preparation as required.

4. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.

5. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board

policies, administrative regulations.

6. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the

student groups involved.

7. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals,

objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.

8. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or volunteer(s).

9. Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process.

10. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

11. Monitor student progress and adjust instructional materials and strategies to provide differentiated

instruction and address individual needs of the students.

12. Work closely with campus, nurses, principals, counselors, and teachers to discuss attendance,

schedules, grades.

Student Growth and Development

11. Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.

12. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as

required.

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

14. Assume responsibility for duties and/or extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside

activities approved by the school.

15. Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.

School/Organization Climate

16. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and

interests of students.

17. Establish control in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies,

administrative regulations, and students' IEP.

18. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.

19. Assist before, during, and after the school day in the supervision of students as assigned by the

principal.

20. Promote a positive work environment and positive staff morale within the school.

School/Organization Improvement

21. Participate with other staff in building a common vision for school improvement.

22. Participate in planning and implementing activities to ensure attainment of school's mission.

Personnel Management

23. Assist in selecting/orienting new instructional staff.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

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

School/Community Relations

25. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.

26. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community

members.

27. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

28. Participate in the district professional development program.

29. Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.

30. Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community

standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics.

Policy Implementation

31. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for

teachers.

32. Assume responsibility for compiling, maintaining, and filing all reports, records, and other

documents required.

33. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other Duties

34. Perform such other duties as may be assigned or as may be necessary for job effectiveness.

observations, professional research and reading, and inquiry sessions

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher…