SPED Self-Contained Teacher (Grades:6-8)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas ISD is seeking a SPED Self-Contained Teacher for grades 6-8 at Young Men’s Leadership Academy at Fred F Florence in Dallas. The role centers on developing IEPs through ARD, planning individualized instruction, and supporting students with diverse needs in a campus setting.

The candidate will collaborate with parents and staff, adapt curricula, monitor progress, and maintain required records. A Texas teaching certificate and a bachelor’s degree are required; commuting attendance is

Qualifications

• ARD/IEP process familiarity and implementation.
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• Curriculum and instruction knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for special education.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs via ARD.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs for assigned students.
• Plan and use strategies reflecting learning styles and needs.
• Modify regular curricula and assist students in regular classes.
• Attend ARD meetings and communicate programs to the community.
• Consult on student behavior management per IEP.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and maintain required records and reports.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for development.
• Manage student behavior and intervene per IEP when needed.
• Stay compliant with regulations and campus policies.
• Maintain punctual attendance at the worksite.

Skills

ARD/IEP process

Curriculum knowledge

Microsoft Word

Excel

Tact and diplomacy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Texas teacher certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description - SPED Self-Contained Teacher (Grades:6-8) (RTP20261014-011)

Job Description

SPED Self-Contained Teacher (Grades:6-8) - ( RTP20261014-011 )

Description

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis; Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP; Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing; Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Educational Plan goal setting process and implementation.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws, regulations, practices, principles, and procedures pertaining to auditing and accounting
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and conclusive audit work papers and concise narrative audit reports
• Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in working with various district and non-district personnel
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.
  ***Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)***

Work Locations

Young Men'S Leadership Academy At Fred F Florence Ms 1625 NORTH MASTER DRIVE Dallas 75217