Elementary Special Education Teacher

ESC 14; Gorman (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ESC 14 in Texas seeks a qualified teacher to provide engaging learning activities in core subject areas and guide students toward academic growth and societal readiness.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate. You will develop lesson plans, assess progress, and collaborate with staff to meet district goals and student needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or related training/work experience for certification waivers under the DOI.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect district curriculum and accommodations for individual learners.
• Plan and use instructional strategies, materials, and technology that address diverse learning styles.
• Assess student learning styles and use results to tailor instruction.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aides/volunteers and oversee completion.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities as assigned and serve as a positive role model.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree; Texas teaching cert

Texas certification/DOI waiver training

Job description

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
6. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
3. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
5. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
2. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
3. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
4. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours