Elementary Teacher (Target School + Target Content) - Sped Teacher

Jefferson Parish Schools • Metairie, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The district is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher to provide quality instruction and promote the mental, physical, emotional, and social growth of assigned students. This role involves utilizing various instructional materials and techniques, maintaining accurate records, implementing effective classroom management, and preparing lesson plans. Teachers in this position are expected to cooperate with school personnel and parents, demonstrate professional growth, and adhere to Louisiana laws concerning student welfare. A $2,000 stipend is offered to teachers who select a target school (defined by high percentages of economically disadvantaged or English Language Learner students) for their first year, and a target content stipend is available for those holding a Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or Out of State Certification in Special Education. The position is for 183 days, offering a competitive salary commensurate with degree and certified teaching experience, along with a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Teaching Certificate or Eligible for a Practitioner's License as confirmed by a local university
• Hold a Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or Out of State Certification in content area (for target content stipend)
• College Degree
• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate
• Certification in area of assignment
• Ability to effectively communicate English both orally and in writing
• Ability to accurately give and receive information via tele-communication system
• Ability to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel
• Ability to plan and implement appropriate education programs for all students
• Ability to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions
• Ability to keep accurate, up-to-date written and verbal instructions
• Ability to comply with state and parish regulations
• Ability to utilize effective classroom management techniques
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, and school personnel
• Ability to respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement

Responsibilities

• Promote the mental, physical, emotional and social growth of any student assigned.
• Uses available instructional materials and a variety of techniques in providing opportunities for student achievement and development.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of appropriate developmental practices for young children.
• Keeps accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.
• Maintains an attractive classroom, reporting unsafe conditions when repairs are needed.
• Develops and implements proper classroom management techniques.
• Completes reports, assignments and records in a timely fashion.
• Collects lunch and/or activity monies as may be necessary.
• Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly.
• Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations.
• Reports promptly for all assigned duties.
• Notifies the principal or designated person of impending absence.
• Supplies substitutes with adequate plans and materials.
• Maintains properly the books and equipment assigned to the class.
• Becomes knowledgeable about methods, programs, curriculum guides, procedure bulletins, and available resources in the system.
• Uses a variety of methods for diagnosis and/or placement purposes.
• Exhibits self-control and decorum for student emulation.
• Provides for individual differences.
• Continually evaluates student progress and plan with student needs in mind.
• Cooperates with school-based and central office personnel.
• Encourages parent to be informed of the student's progress and needs.
• Demonstrates evidence of professional growth, participates in inservice training and contributes to faculty meetings and/or faculty studies.
• Conforms to Louisiana laws concerning the education, health, safety and welfare of assigned students.
• Assists in the development and implementation of quality education in Jefferson Parish Public Schools.
• Plans for and actively participates in the evaluation process.
• Performs all other duties assigned by the principal.

Benefits

• $2,000 stipend to teachers who select a target school for the first year of teaching at that school.
• Target content stipend (for holding Louisiana Level 1+ Teaching Certificate or Out of State Certification in content area).
• Competitive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees