About this role
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Provide students appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned in order to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function in contemporary society and pass all state required exams. Develop and implement lesson plans for the curriculum assigned and employ accommodations for individual student differences.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Elementary and Secondary testing to include special education CBMs, CBMs, TPRI, and other testing that may be applicable
Special education inclusion supports throughout the campus, as needed
Teacher supports and coverage in understaffed or out of ratio classrooms throughout the campus
Use strategies and activities to increase student performance in content area and on standardized testing
Present subject matter in accordance with the guidelines established by TEA, board policies, and administrative regulations
Use appropriate instructional strategies, best practices, activities, materials, and equipment for assigned students as well as improve study methods and habits
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in IEPs
Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing
Demonstrate professional, responsible, and ethical behavior
Participate in district and campus staff development and faculty meetings. Demonstrate interest in and initiative toward continued professional development
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, facility members, and community members
Manage student behaviors in accordance with board policies, IEPs, BIPs, administrative regulations, facility behavioral programs, and the student code of conduct
Remain informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for teachers
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documentation as required
Teacher supports and coverage in understaffed classrooms
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
This is a grant-funded position.
Bachelor's degree from accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate,
Special education certificate with in a year from hire
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and IEP goal setting process and implementation.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Consultation skills and collaboration skills
Ability to manage behaviors