Behavior Support

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Summary
The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), is responsible for the instruction of all areas of Exceptional Student Education in a classroom setting.
2025/2026 School Year

District Expectations
:
All district employees must:
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities
Designs and implements appropriate Specially Designed Instruction, accommodations, and supports assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
Develops and implements Individual Educational Plans (IEP) plans for students to include present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
Creates a positive educational climate for students with disabilities to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.

Other Information
Communications:
Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Job Knowledge:
Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
:
Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education Preferred. Eligibility For Florida Temporary Certificate Required.

Physical Demands
Physical

Activities:

Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
Lifting Demands:
Up to 10 pounds.

Note:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.