Special Education - Elementary Self-Contained (In Anticipation of Future Openings)

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas school district is seeking a Special Education teacher for elementary self-contained classrooms. The role involves providing individualized instruction, collaborating with staff and parents on IEPs, and supporting student growth in a nurturing environment. Candidates must hold a valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ education.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general education curriculum and IEP guidelines.
• Ability to collect and analyze student progress data.
• Experience in working collaboratively with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction and accommodations.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings.
• Support special education students across all settings.

Skills

Knowledge of academic subject(s) assigned

Demonstrated proficiency in specially designed instruction

Communication skills

Education

Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education

Job description

Special Education - Elementary Self-Contained (In Anticipation of Future Openings)

Provide a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers each student to achieve their potential. Support the diverse abilities of our students, identifying their unique needs, and helping others grow. Prepare and provide individualized instruction and accommodations in a supportive and inclusive general education and/or special education environment that empowers each student to achieve his/her potential.

Education/Certification

• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of academic subject(s) assigned
• Demonstrated proficiency in creation, implementation, and progress monitoring of specially designed instruction

Instructional Planning and Support

• Participate in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) process to collaborate with students, parents, campus, and District staff to develop appropriately challenging Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Maintain general knowledge of grade level curriculum and instruction standards and best practices.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Collect and analyze student progress data including formal and informal assessments.
• Provide data based academic and behavioral support recommendations.
• Use data to plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment to meet the individualized needs and capabilities of students.
• Implement and collaborate with service providers regarding personalized instructional, therapeutic, and/or skill development support systems.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to implement modifications and accommodations, including behavior supports.
• Support special education students in all school settings as needed.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Collaborate with staff on creation of student daily schedules.
• Effectively utilize and supervise daily schedules and assignments for paraprofessionals and/or volunteer(s).
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Sponsor/attend activities on and off campus as approved or assigned by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students while supporting the campus and District missions.

Student Growth and Development

• Support student future ready skill development in the areas of communication, technology, problem solving, and social/emotional development.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and student feedings, as stated in IEPs.
• Promote student independence and growth.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Follow District and campus guidelines for classroom layout.
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Support positive student behavior including implementing campus adopted positive behavior supports, layered behavior reinforcement systems, and following Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as described in IEPs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff regarding individual student behavior supports.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Organize, maintain, and file all physical and computerized data, records, and other documents.

Communication

• Utilize positive communication with school and District staff, and community members, including families.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Consult campus and District support staff, and/or outside providers (with parent written consent) regarding student academic, behavioral, social, medical, and personal needs.
• Use effective communication skills to accurately and clearly present various information.
• Ensure student confidentiality in all communication.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in campus and District professional development.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, District, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Physical demands may include assisting with positioning students with physical disabilities.
• Districtwide travel.
• Hours may vary.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Frisco ISD 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. Last review/revision date 3/8/23