Special Education/Functional Academics

Franklin Independent School District • Franklin, TX

12d

About The Position

Special Education/Functional Academics Position Summary Meet the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under the general supervision of the principal.

Requirements

• Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Experience working with children

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
• Provide instructional assistance in an inclusion setting with needed interventions, accommodations and/or modifications in order to successfully access the general education curriculum.
• Confer with parents, teachers, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help manage the behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interactions accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by a teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed