Special ED Teacher

• Communicates learning goals to students in a well -planned, organized manner using clear and precise language
  

• Prepare and deliver instruction appropriate to the student population, including curriculum that addresses learning styles, abilities, interests, behavior problems and students with special needs
  
• Create lesson plans describing daily learning experiences correlated with approved curriculum and State and District standards
  
• Use available technology to enhance learning
  
• Use district and state assessment data to improve instruction and place students in appropriate instructional and intervention programs
  
• Facilitate instruction based on current research -based best practices
  
• Effectively implement Individual Education Plans
  
• Establish classroom routines to promote a positive environment conducive to effective instruction
  
• Participate in team reviews concerning academic progress of low performing students
  
• Document and resolve issues related to student behavior problems and attendance
  
• Reflect on teaching and strive to improve professional competence
  
• Assume legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school -sponsored activities
  
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
  
• Maintain accurate, complete, legible and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
  
• Participate in intervention process at sites
  
• Participate in school -wide events, scheduled meetings and parent conferences
  
• Participate in school and District initiatives
  
• Assume individual responsibilities which may be assigned by the principal/supervisor and which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision or other planning and professional assignments
  
• Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the District or school site
  

• Promote positive interactions with colleagues
  
• Promote positive interactions with students and parents
  
• Be responsible, reliable and punctual
  
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
  
• Positively accept direction
  
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
  
• Exercise positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
  
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
  
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need to know basis
  
• Be a positive role model for students
  
• Adhere to District and school rules and procedures
  
  

Requirements

• Certification in Special Education (EC -12)
  

• Valid Special Education credential in Texas; ACP candidates seeking an internship are not eligible
  
• Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
  
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office and Google products)
  
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  
• Customer focused approach
  
• High degree of flexibility
  
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast paced environment
  
• Team player track record
  

Benefits