IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
JOB DESCRIPTION
PRIMARY PURPOSE :
Provide special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the most appropriate environment designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth;
develop / modify curricula and prepare lessons and teacher instructional materials according to ability levels; work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Minimum Education / Certification :
- Bachelor's Degree
- Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate with appropriate endorsement for teaching area
Special Knowledge / Skills :
- Ability to develop IEP and participate in ARD process;
- Knowledge of curriculum;
- Knowledge of special needs of students;
- Knowledge of policies and practices addressing specific duties and responsibilities of assigned position, i.e. Lead Special Education Teacher, Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Adaptive Physical Education Teacher.
Minimum Experience :
At least one (1) year of student teaching or approved internship
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Instructional Strategies :
- Collaborate with parents and staff in the development of IEPs.
- Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs.
- Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation.
Student Growth and Development :
- Consistently assess student progress through formal / informal testing.
- Consistently assess and modify classroom environment to maximize student success.
- Present positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
- Provide or seek sources to aid students in dealing with emotional / physical needs that must be met before learning can take place.
- Provide positive and successful opportunities for students to develop positive self-esteem.
- Provide or supervise personal care or medical care of students as stated in IEP.
Classroom Management and Organization :
- Create a safe and positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of the students.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to IEP.
- Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Plan and supervise activities for teacher aide(s) and / or volunteer(s).
Communication :
- Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, personnel from community agencies, and other professional staff in the education, care, and management of students.
- Provide on-going training, consultation, and support to school personnel.
- Create positive team approach to inclusive educational settings.
Professional Growth and Development :
- Participate in in-district in-service training.
- Demonstrate interest in professional improvement.
Policy Implementation :
- Keep informed of, and comply with, all campus, district, state, and federal policies and regulations.
- Complete and maintain all reports, records, and documents.
- Attend and participate in faculty / staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.
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