Teacher - Special Education/Resource Math (Agnew)

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

Job summary

Mesquite-Isd is seeking a dedicated Teacher for Special Education/Resource Math to empower students with disabilities in meeting their educational goals. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Special Education Certificate.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in individualized instruction, effective communication, and collaboration with teachers. Responsibilities include developing educational plans and teaching strategies tailored to each student's needs, as well as attending ARD meetings to ensure student progress.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and Special Education Certificate are required.
• Understanding of special education law and disabilities.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach children with learning impairments with necessary modifications.
• Plan individualized programs of study.
• Attend Admission Review and Dismissal meetings.
• Develop and update individual education plans.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers on educational strategies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Understanding of various disabilities and special education law

Skills to assist in remediation of various disabilities

Excellent communication (verbal and written)

Public relation skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of MISD policies and procedures

Organizational development

Conflict resolution

Facilitation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Special Education Certificate

Job description

Teacher - Special Education/Resource Math (Agnew) JobID: 4061

Position Type

• Professional - Teacher Level (Secondary)/ Secondary Teacher

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.