Special Education Teacher

Pleasant Grove Independent School District; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pleasant Grove Independent School District in Texarkana, Texas seeks a dedicated classroom teacher to deliver instruction in the assigned subject area and support students’ growth across intellectual, emotional, physical, and social domains.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, adapting for diverse learners, assessing progress, collaborating with special education staff, and engaging families to ensure academic success within a supportive campus community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an 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.
• Previous teaching, student teaching, or approved internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans according to campus guidelines that fulfill the district curriculum requirements.
• Prepare lessons with accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to TEA guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use instructional strategies and materials that reflect understanding of student learning styles.
• Assess student learning styles and use results to inform instructional planning.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods as required.
• Supervise teacher aides and volunteers.
• Integrate technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process and TEKS compliance.
• Participate in ARD meetings as needed.
• Utilize the TEKS Resource System as directed for student success.
• Assist in extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Maintain open communication with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Skills

Instructional skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Subject endorsements/training

Tools

TEKS Resource System

Job description

187 Workday Calendar

Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Campus TBD

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the 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:

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

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of academic subject assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skitts

Experience:
Previous teaching, student teaching, or approved internship experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Instructional Strategies
• 1. Develop and implement lesson plans according to campus guidelines that fulfill the requirements of
  district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• 2. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• 3. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies,
  and administrative regulations.
• 4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that
  reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• 5. Assess student learning styles and use results to help plan instructional activities.
• 6. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special
  education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
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• 7. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according
  to district requirements.
• 8. Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• 9. Integrate technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process in the assigned subject area and in
  compliance with technology TEKS.
• 10. Participate in ARD meetings as needed.
• 11. Utilize the TEKS Resource System as directed and in a manner committed to its success and the
  academic success of the students.
• Student Growth and Development
• 12. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• 13. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing using
  common assessments; analyze student assessment data to determine and meet student needs.
• 14. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• 15. Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of school district.
• 16. Serve as a mentor for at-risk students as needed.
• Classroom Management and Organization
• 17. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and
  emotional development of students.
• 18. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• 19. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• 20. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as needed.
• Communication
• 21. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students,
  principals, and teachers.
• 22. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• 23. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Professional Growth and Development
• 24. Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills and utilize
  research-based best practices to improve instructional techniques.
• 25. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom
  teachers.
• 26. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents
  required, within specified deadlines.
• 27. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Other:
• 28. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• 29. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• 30. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• 31. Maintain confidentiality of infonnation.
• 32. Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise assigned teacher aide(s), student teachers, and student
observers.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move
small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

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 assigned or skills that may be required.