Special Education Resource/Inclusion Teacher (25-26 SY) - T. Haley ES

About the position

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in an environment designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. This includes developing and modifying curricula and preparing lessons and instructional materials according to ability levels. The teacher may work in a self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with parents and staff in the development of IEPs.
• Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation.
• Consistently assess student progress through formal/informal testing.
• Consistently assess and modify classroom environment to maximize student success.
• Present positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
• Provide or seek sources to aid students in dealing with emotional/physical needs that must be met before learning can take place.
• Provide positive and successful opportunities for students to develop positive self-esteem.
• Provide or supervise personal care or medical care of students as stated in IEP.
• Create a safe and positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to IEP.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Plan and supervise activities for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and other staff.
• Provide on-going training, consultation, and support to school personnel.
• Participate in in-district in-service training.
• Demonstrate interest in professional improvement.
• Keep informed of, and comply with, all campus, district, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Complete and maintain all reports, records, and documents.
• Attend and participate in faculty/staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate with appropriate endorsement for teaching area
• Ability to develop IEP and participate in ARD process
• Knowledge of curriculum
• Knowledge of special needs of students
• Knowledge of policies and practices addressing specific duties and responsibilities of assigned position
• At least one (1) year of student teaching or approved internship