ECSE Special Education Teacher — Empower Student Growth

La Vernia ISD; Texas; Sur place; USD 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

La Vernia ISD is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to support learning for students with diverse needs in a collaborative school environment. The role focuses on developing or modifying curricula and delivering instruction aligned with each student’s IEP.

Responsibilities include working with ARD committees, coordinating with families and staff, and implementing individualized programs while maintaining high standards of student safety and classroom management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goalsetting process and implementation.
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs.
• Effective communication skills.
• One year student teaching or approved internship.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Conduct an assessment of student learning styles and plan instructional strategies, materials, and equipment accordingly.
• Present subject matter effectively and use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet each student’s needs.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

Connaissances

IEP goalsetting

ARD Committee process

Adapt curriculum for special needs

Effective communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements

Description du poste

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 match student ability levels. Work in a self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

1. Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goalsetting process and implementation

Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs

Effective communication skills

Experience:

One year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1.Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

2.Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written

evidence of preparation as required.

3.Conduct an assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies,

activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

4.Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional

techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student 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 on a regular basis.

7.Participate in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

8.Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

9.Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.

10.Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campusprincipal.

11.Consult district and outside resource people regarding the education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

12.Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional

development of students.

13.Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining

students as necessary according to IEP.

14.Consult with classroom teachers regarding the management of student behavior according to IEP.

15.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

16.Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

17.Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and

teachers.

18.Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.

19.Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

20.Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education

teachers.

21.Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

22.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of instructional 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 nonambulatory students, andlift 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