Empowering Special Education Teacher | Growth & Equity

Lockhart Independent School District; Texas; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lockhart ISD seeks a qualified teacher to provide students with engaging learning activities aligned to district standards. The role focuses on developing intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth in students.

Candidates should hold a current Texas teaching certificate, demonstrate competency in the subject area, and collaborate with staff to support equity and excellence across learning environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and show written evidence of preparation.
• Plan and use varied instructional strategies, activities, materials, and technology to meet diverse learning needs and present subject matter.
• Assess student learning styles and adjust activities to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula as needed for students with IEPs.
• Supervise instructional aides/volunteers and assign/oversee tasks.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and manage student behavior according to the Student Code of Conduct.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development and comply with district and school policies for classroom teachers.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Instructional ability

Formation

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Texas teaching certificate with endorsements

Demonstrated competency in core subject area

Description du poste

The Lockhart ISD Mission

The mission of Lockhart Independent School District is to cultivate innovative learners and empower bold leaders who are prepared for a future yet to be imagined.

Lockhart’s Leaders

Across Lockhart ISD, each of our leaders are guided by three core themes embodied in our leadership definition and their corresponding behaviors:

1. Having aLock“heart” for Peoplewhich is focused on developing one's relational capacity;
2. Unlocking Potentialwhich is centered on the development and empowerment of both them self and others; and,
3. BeingLocked on Excellencewhich means that every person will have a relentless pursuit for results

Position Objective

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.

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Leadership Skills

1. Teachers in Lockhart build a culture of equity. They remove barriers for students to achieve and succeed at the highest levels regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, language, disability, sexual orientation, family background and socio-economic status.
2. Teachers in Lockhart are accountable for results. They make high expectations known through words and actions and they take ownership of results.
3. Teachers in Lockhart are open communicators. They actively seek and effectively apply continuous feedback from those they serve.
4. Teachers in Lockhart have high emotional intelligence. They apply emotional intelligence to better understand the unique needs of their students and those students’ families.
5. Teachers in Lockhart have a growth mindset. They treat challenges as opportunities, are persistent in the face of setbacks, learn from criticism and failure, and demonstrate that growth is achieved through effort.

Special Knowledge, Skills and Requirements
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

Responsibilities

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.

1. 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.
2. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
3. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
4. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
5. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development
7. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

1. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
2. 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.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
3. 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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.