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Special Education Teacher - District Wide

Mesquite ISD
Mesquite, TX, US
Full-time

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
  • 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.
  • Maintain proper order for special education folders.
  • 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 :

Mental Demands :

Performing medical and personal hygiene procedures consistently.

Physical demands / environmental factors :

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.

Employment Begins :

The Mesquite Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by law.

30+ days ago
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