ESE TEACHER,VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES

Orange County Public Schools • Southchase, FL

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About The Position

Provides an appropriate educational atmosphere that encourages positive student learning. Works in a dynamic setting with classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and other staff to develop and implement school programs and goals. Plans and delivers instruction suited to students’ developmental stages and individual needs, evaluates student progress, and contributes to ongoing school improvement and professional growth. Reports to the School Principal. Performance is evaluated under the negotiated contract between the School Board of Orange County, Florida, and the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Certification or eligibility for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in Florida.
• Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and child development.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of current research and basic technology.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom and supervise students.
• Ability to analyze, diagnose, and evaluate student progress and programs.
• Knowledge of varied learning styles.
• Ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
• Participate actively with faculty and staff.
• Cooperate with faculty and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate programs for continuing school improvement.
• Manage the classroom and supervise the proper care of equipment used.
• Participate in professional growth activities to acquire new and improved skills and knowledge.
• Diagnose and analyze student progress and programs to provide instruction appropriate to students’ developmental stages.
• Use varied instructional techniques to meet individual student needs.
• Use technology and current research in instruction.
• Evaluate students’ progress regularly.
• Use classroom management techniques that support an effective classroom climate.
• Show sensitivity to students, parents, and the community, and promote student self-esteem.
• Maintain professional relationships between the school and parents.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone, or written communications.
• Encourage parental involvement in school activities and connections between home and school.
• Maintain required records, including grade books, attendance records, and student progress reports.
• Assist in protecting student and school property.
• Keep current on job-appropriate technology used by OCPS and attend district-supported training to maintain required technology skills.
• Maintain timely and accurate information as part of job responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level