ESE Resource Teacher for Specific Learning Disabilities

The School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County is seeking an ESE Teacher for a Specific Learning Disability resource position at Three Oaks Elementary School in Fort Myers, FL. A valid Florida teaching certificate is required, with a bachelor’s degree.

Preferred: Master’s degree and experience supporting department functions. Responsibilities include planning individualized programs, curriculum objectives, maintaining records, and using technology to support student learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate covering appropriate area of responsibility.
• Preferred: Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience managing business/department functions and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan individually or cooperatively a program of study that meets student needs and abilities.
• Assist in establishing department or grade-level curriculum objectives and evaluation plans.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for lessons and projects.
• Employ instructional methods and materials aligned with stated objectives.
• Assess student progress and provide required progress reports.
• Diagnose learning strengths/weaknesses and involve district specialists as needed.
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and parents regularly.
• Help implement policies governing student life and classroom rules.
• Plan and supervise assignments for support staff and volunteers.
• Use technology in teaching and the learning process.
• Maintain accurate records and reports as required by law and district policy.
• Adhere to Ethics and meet school and district policies; participate in school improvements.
• Recognize indicators of student distress or abuse and act per procedures and law.
• Establish testing environment and ensure test security.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization under deadlines

Interpersonal skills

Ability to convey technical info to a:

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Florida teaching certificate

Master’s degree

Job description

The School District of Lee County is seeking an ESE Teacher for a Specific Learning Disability resource position at Three Oaks Elementary School in Fort Myers, FL. A valid Florida teaching certificate is required, with a bachelor’s degree.

Preferred: Master’s degree and experience supporting department functions. Responsibilities include planning individualized programs, curriculum objectives, maintaining records, and using technology to support student learning.