Behavior Support

Overview

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The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), is responsible for the instruction of all areas of Exceptional Student Education in a classroom setting.

• 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 IEP goals.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies, implementing positive behavior supports and evidence-based interventions, and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Provides oversight to paraprofessionals.
• Maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, data and full-time equivalency (FTE) documentation.
• Attends workshops and trainings to continue to build in Exceptional Student Education knowledge and skills.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

• Communications:
  Expresses ideas verbally and in writing; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others informed; uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge:
  Competent in required job skills and knowledge; learns and applies new skills; stays abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision.
• Judgment:
  Exercises sound and accurate judgment; explains reasoning; involves appropriate people in decision-making; makes timely decisions.
• Achievement Focus:
  Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence; measures self against standards of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Planning & Organization:
  Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; works in an organized manner.
• Note:
  
  School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district provides preference to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:
  Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education. Language:
  Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes speeches and presents to managers, the public, and school board. (
  
  Note:
  
  Florida Temporary Certificate eligibility may be required.)

• Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education; eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate may be required.
• Language skills, mathematical skills, reasoning ability, and computer skills as described in the job materials.

• Physical activities:
  Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting:
  Up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching:
  Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Moderate noise.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an ACTIVE application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

• Full-time

• Entry level

• Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education

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