CCE Special Education Teacher, Resource Math
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Special Education Teacher
Reports to:
Principal
Dept./School:
Assigned Campus
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Date Revised: 1/29/2025
Primary PurposeProvide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and preparelessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained and/or general education setting to provide individualized instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
Qualifications Education/CertificationBachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments and content
Special Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and
Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
ExperienceAt least one year of student teaching or approved internship
Instructional Strategies- 1. Collaborate with students, parents and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committeeprocess for each student assigned.
- 2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show writtenevidence of preparation as required.
- 3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflectunderstanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- 4. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
- 5. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
- 6. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
- 7. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
- 8. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
- 9. Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
- 10. Use technology in teaching/learning process.
- 11. Consistent data collection on IEP goals.
- 12. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
- 13. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campusprincipal.
- 14. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
- 15. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- 16. Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physicallyrestraining students as necessary according to IEP.
- 17. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
- 18. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
- 19. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- 20. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- 21. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students,principals, and teachers.
- 22. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
- 23. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
- 24. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- 25.…
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