SY26-27 Special Education Resource Teacher

Nogales USD•Nogales, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of TEACHER is done for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students' providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Requirements

Preparing and maintaining accurate records
Analytical skills promoting child centered environment
Record keeping
Verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Knowledge of age appropriate activities, concepts of grammar and punctuation, pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws, safety practices and procedures, stages of child development.
Working knowledge of school system
Ability to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment.
Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.
Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
Independent problem solving to analyze issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is moderate.
Adapting curriculum to meet needs of students
Adapting to changing work priorities
Addressing the learning styles of students
Assessing learning outcomes achieved by students
Communicating with diverse groups
Communicating with students
Creating and maintaining climate of respect
Implementing activities that promote student learning
Implementing classroom management techniques
Maintaining confidentiality
Meeting deadlines and schedules
Planning instructional goals/outcomes for students
Setting priorities
Utilizing current technology
Working as part of a team
Working with detailed information/data
Working with frequent interruptions.
Job related experience is desired.
Bachelors degree in job related area.
Must be appropriately certified through the Arizona Department of Education to teach subject(s).
Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate.
SEI (45 hours) endorsement is required.
Maintain Arizona Certification and fingerprint card
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsements may be required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
Assesses student' progress, expectations, goals, etc. for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
Demonstrates methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
Directs student workers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency and meeting work requirements.
Facilitates student learning for the purpose of achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.
Participates in a variety of meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.
Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.
Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.