Pioneer Heritage Middle School

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Frisco ISD is seeking a Campus Principal to lead and support campus operations within the Special Education program. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, ensuring instructional needs of students with disabilities are met and compliance with district policies.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating with the Special Education Department, and contributing to behavioral and safety initiatives across the campus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Associate degree or two years of higher education preferred.
• Must complete SBEC certification to obtain Educational Aide Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities.
• Help the teacher prepare instructional materials.
• Maintain confidentiality and assist with administrative records and reports.
• Provide assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with personal care as appropriate.
• Help supervise students during the school day.

Skills

Disability support

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Prepare materials

Maintain records

Assist substitutes

Assist mobility

Behavior management

IEP support

Personal care

Group instruction

Supervise students

Confidentiality

Staff training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2 years of college

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Campus Principal

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Assist special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Functional Academics (FA)

This instructional setting provides educational services primarily to students with cognitive impairments who access the general education curriculum through prerequisite skills. An individually paced curriculum is developed for each student, focusing on reading, writing and math with a strong emphasis on pre-vocational skills. Instruction meets the needs of students requiring alternate assessment. Students are typically able to participate in some activities and classes with their non-disabled peers with support. FA classrooms are arranged to provide maximum opportunity for intensive specialized instruction on the prerequisite level of the academic Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or GED
• Associate degree or two years of higher education preferred
• If hired, must complete SBEC certification process to obtain an Educational Aide Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Help the teacher prepare instructional materials.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs (may require some lifting).
• Help manage behavior of students.
• Support students’ instructional needs in accordance with their Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).
• Assist students with personal care as appropriate.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs and special events as assigned.

Candidates must be able to fulfill all responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Work with frequent interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress. Physical demands include frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and transferring students to and from wheelchairs, and assisting with positioning students with physical disabilities. Must be able to lift 25lbs. Exposure to biological hazards.

Special Education General Employee Expectation

The Special Education Department maintains an expectation that all staff will assume shared responsibility for the health, safety, and confidentiality of all students and adults; which may include implementing, supporting and documenting behavioral intervention strategies and/or providing school health, related, and personal care services.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.