Resource Teacher - Student Education; ESE; SY Job Sebring area,Florida USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Resource Teacher - Exceptional Student Education (ESE) (26/27 SY) - Job# 4318
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Resource Teacher

Date Posted:
5/26/2026

Location:
Academy at Youth Care Lane

Closing Date:
06/08/2026
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE:
Resource Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher

ASSIGNMENT:
Resource Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A valid Florida educator's certificate.

Three (3) years of successful experience in teaching.

Knowledge of curriculum and/or discipline program design, implementation and evaluation in the assigned area as reflected in job performance assessments.

Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Physical dexterity tasks involving: lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing up to 50 pounds may be required.

Additional endorsement(s) in one of the following:
Severe or Profound Disabilities, Orientation and Mobility, or Autism may also be required depending upon student classroom composition.

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Aids in instructional and behavioral programming and works with program specialist and behavioral specialist.

Develops Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students collaboratively with other staff assuring an appropriate education, evaluate the attainment of annual goals and objectives for students.

Supervises paraprofessionals assigned to the program and provides leadership for them in the classroom by delegating activities and working collaboratively with them.

Reads, reviews and understands information provided through documents such as the Special Programs and Procedures, The Exceptional Student Education Handbook, technical assistance papers and other material provided.

Audits and maintains accurate student files and reports:

a. FTE - October and February
b. December Federal Count - Survey 9
c. Teacher and Para Class Schedules
d. Data collection for IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans

Attends monthly department meetings.

Identifies or develops long- and short-term plans based on student needs which are consistent with District and State curriculum requirements.

Plans and prepares lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the District mission.

Plans and prepares instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

Identifies, selects, and develops or modifies instructional materials to support learning objectives and to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.

Assists in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvement.

Maintains a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.

Establishes and utilizes behavior-management techniques which are appropriate and effective.

Assists in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.

Establishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures, including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy Act.

Manages time effectively.

Manages materials and assigned equipment effectively, including record keeping and other inventory requirements.

Instructs and supervises the work of volunteers and aides when assigned.

Develop and utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners.

Interprets and utilizes data (including, but not limited to, standardized and other test results).

Establishes appropriate testing environment, and ensure test security.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.

Applies principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.

Differentiates instruction by using a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.

Uses appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.

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

Provides quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences.

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

Ensures student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification.

Provides instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment where appropriate.

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

Communicates effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and the community.

Collaborates with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs.

Collaborates with peers to…