Certified Life Skills Teacher Grades K-2

Caminonuevo; Texas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Caminonuevo in Texas is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide learning activities and experiences for students with diverse needs. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons tailored to individual ability levels, working in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings as assigned.

You will collaborate with parents and staff to develop IEPs through the ARD 2 process, participate in ARD committee meetings, and implement instructional programs designed for students

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop IEP through the ARD 2.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings and prepare/update IEPs.
• Plan and implement instructional programs reflecting students' learning needs.
• Modify curricula and assist students in regular classes with assignments as needed.
• Use technology in teaching/learning processes.
• Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Job description

Primary Purpose

Provide 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 prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD 2.
2. Committee process for each student assigned.
3. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings as requested, including preparing competencies, drafting IEP’s and updating IEP’s.
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
9. student assigned.
10. Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
11. Use technology in teaching/learning process.
12. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
13. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
14. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
15. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school District.
16. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
17. Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
18. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
19. Consult District and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
20. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
21. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
22. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
23. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
24. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
25. Follow case manager duties as outlined by the Special Education Director.
26. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
27. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, District, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
28. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
29. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

Personal computer and peripherals,and other instructional equipment.

Posture

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion

Frequent walking

Lifting

May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours.

Environment

Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress

Regular attendance in accordance with District Policy is required and expected.

Note

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time it deems advisable.