Teacher - Special Education

• 1. Prepare lesson plans appropriate for the student according to the latest IEP - correlated to the latest curriculum and assessment information made available by the state, and then effectively use the lesson plans;
• 2. Use appropriate grade level, data-driven, research-based, teaching strategies to teach the most recent, appropriate curriculum standards;

3. Analyze any, and all, of the most recent, appropriate, formal state assessment results (Value-Added and TVAAS Teacher Effect, when applicable) as well as the latest system-and school-level Report Card, studying identified strengths and weaknesses, then make appropriate adjustments in the classroom.

Looking closely at annual expectations for both performance and gap closure;

4. Serve as a positive and active participant in Professional Learning Community (at the school level and system level, when applicable.

• 5. Assess frequently students' comprehension and application of expected curriculum standards;
• 6. Take responsibility for students' mastery of applicable curriculum standards and significant academic growth;
• 7. Assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the classroom;
• 8. Plan curriculum and prepares lessons and other material, considering factors such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the student;
• 9. Devise special teaching tools and techniques;
• 10. Evaluate student progress;
• 11. Establish appropriate standards of, and for, student behavior;
• 12. Counsel with students and their parents;
• 13. Administer appropriate assessments to evaluates students' progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of student's progress;
• 14. Keep accurate attendance records;

15. Maintain necessary records and complete the required paperwork in the required time frame.

• 16. Plan and lead appropriate IEP-Team meetings ? be prepare, respond appropriately and professionally;
• 17. Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops;
• 18. Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, board policies, and administrative regulations;
• 19. Develop and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning;
• 20. Report to the Principal when one knows or reasonably suspects that a child's health or welfare has been, or appears to have been harmed, as a result of abuse or neglect;

21. Represent the school and the community in a positive manner; and

22. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.