Teacher - Special Education CORE (Woolley)

Mesquite-Isd; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite-Isd is hiring a Teacher for Special Education CORE in Mesquite, Texas. The successful candidate will provide essential instruction and assistance to children, ensuring they thrive in a supportive learning environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Special Education Certificate. Responsibilities include teaching, planning individualized programs, and collaborating with classroom teachers. Additional tasks as assigned. Employment begins as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Formal education includes a Bachelor's degree and a Special Education Certificate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• No experience required; alternatives may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Teach children with learning impairments in a regular classroom.
• Plan individualized programs of study for students.
• Attend Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.

Skills

Understanding of various disabilities and special education law

Communication skills (verbal and written)

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Special Education Certificate

Job description

Teacher - Special Education CORE (Woolley) JobID: 3829

Teacher Compensation Plan

Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Principal

Employment Begins: As soon as possible

Primary Purpose

To provide instruction and assistance necessary to enable all children to achieve and function successfully in the least restrictive environment.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Special Education Certificate

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Have understanding of various disabilities and special education law.
• Possess skills to assist in remediation of various disabilities.
• Exhibit excellent communication (verbal and written), public relation, and interpersonal skills.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures of the MISD.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.

Experience

• None
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Teach children with learning impairments to function in regular classroom with modifications.
• Plan programs of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Attend Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
• Develop and update the individual education plan for students.
• Work in collaboration with the classroom teacher(s) who may be involved with these students in formulating teaching strategies, planning appropriate lessons, and evaluating student progress.
• Reveal confidential information concerning students only when disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.
• Other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Special education instructional aides

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

• Performing medical and personal hygiene procedures consistently.
• Lifting students.

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