Teacher Interventionist/Dyslexia

Beaumont ISD; Rosedale (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaumont ISD is looking for a dedicated Dyslexia Teacher to provide special education students with tailored learning activities that promote growth in multiple domains. The role involves developing curricula and lesson plans to cater to varied student abilities, while also leading the ARD Committee meetings pertinent to student learning plans.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and valid Texas teaching certificates along with the skills to effectively manage classroom behaviors. This position will prove rewarding for those passionate about special education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Provide TEKS based instruction to meet individual student IEP goals.
• Plan and supervise assignments for assigned paraprofessionals.
• Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff for IEP development.

Skills

Knowledge of instructional strategies appropriate for students with disabilities

Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Effective classroom and behavior management

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Job description

Beaumont Independent School District

Job Title: Dyslexia Teacher

Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Principal

Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale / 187 Days

Location: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 4/20/2017

Primary Purpose

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of instructional strategies appropriate for students with disabilities
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge in effective classroom and behavior management
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience:

• Approved completion of clinical teaching or internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
2. Provide TEKS based instruction to meet individual student IEP goals and objectives.
3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
4. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments. Provide accommodations to meet the instructional needs of students.
5. Participate in ARD Committee meetings as the special education teacher representative on a regular basis.
6. Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress.
7. Provide a variety of instructional strategies and techniques and technology to meet the instructional needs of students.
8. Plan and supervise assignments for assigned paraprofessionals.
9. Incorporate the use of technology to support instruction.
10. Provide or supervise personal care of students as stated in IEP.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. Implement effective classroom management utilizing positive behavior support.
3. Provide effective behavior/discipline strategies as written in the student’s Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
4. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
5. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
6. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
7. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Other

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Keep informed of and comply with special education, federal, state, district regulations and policies.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
4. Attend and participate in faculty and department meetings.
5. Perform any other duties assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

• Light lifting and carrying, reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, repetitive hand motions; frequent bending and stooping
• Prolonged use of computer

Environmental Demands

• Normal office environment
• May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Exposed to biological hazards
• Working conditions may vary pursuant to Americans with Disabilities Act
• Exposure to childhood communicable diseases; good general health and stamina needed

Background Check and Fingerprinting

The State Board for Educator Certification will require all first time applicants for an initial credential to be fingerprinted as part of a national criminal background check. A cost of up to $49.00 will be charged for fingerprinting.

The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.