ESE Teacher, (Autism Spectrum Disorder) - Harns Marsh Elementary School
About The Position
The ESE Teacher (Autism Spectrum Disorder) at Harns Marsh Elementary School plans and delivers instruction suited to students’ individual needs, interests, backgrounds, and abilities. The teacher establishes learning objectives, selects appropriate instructional methods and materials, assesses and reports student progress, and creates a classroom environment conducive to learning. The role also includes maintaining student records, supporting school improvement initiatives, following applicable laws and District policies, and recognizing and responding to indicators of student distress or abuse. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a valid Florida teaching certificate covering the appropriate area of responsibility. A master’s degree and experience managing business or department functions and staff are preferred. Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications. Applicants with a valid Florida teaching certificate may be considered for instructional positions outside their current certification area through an out-of-field agreement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid Florida teaching certificate covering the appropriate area of responsibility.
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
- Analytical, mathematical, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability when handling changing priorities and demands.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret and enforce applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for the assigned area.
- Knowledge of and experience using multiple project management tools and methodologies.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws and regulations concerning student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
- Ability to work effectively under deadline, workload, and multitasking pressures.
- Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and maintain energy in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel.
- Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a timely and professional manner.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Experience managing business or department functions and staff.
Responsibilities
- Plan individually or cooperatively a program of study that meets students’ individual needs, interests, diverse backgrounds, and abilities.
- Assist in establishing department or grade-level curriculum objectives and developing plans for implementing and evaluating those objectives.
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
- Guide learning toward curriculum goals; establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and communicate them to students.
- Use instructional methods and materials appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
- Regularly assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports as required.
- Regularly diagnose students’ learning strengths and weaknesses and seek District specialist assistance when appropriate.
- Consult regularly with colleagues, students, and/or parents.
- Assist administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct; establish reasonable classroom behavior rules and procedures and maintain order fairly.
- Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for support personnel and school volunteers; work cooperatively with department heads or grade-level chairmen and evaluate assignment effectiveness.
- Use appropriate technology in teaching and learning.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records and reports as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.
- Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed and in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.
- Adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and meet school and District policy requirements.
- Support school improvement initiatives by actively participating in school activities, services, and programs.
- Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action under school procedures and law.
- Establish an appropriate testing environment and maintain test security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
