Teacher - Special Education Functional Academics (26-27 school year)

San Angelo ISD•San Angelo, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide for the learning, physical, social and emotional needs of students with disabilities in the special education and/or general education setting. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Implement classroom programs for instruction, self-help, and behavior management. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Supervise special education paraprofessionals in the classroom.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or required training for subject/level assigned
Special Education EC-12 Certification
Core Subjects EC-12 Certification
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to work well with children with disabilities
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills
Clinical teaching or approved internship

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district curriculum and show written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
Teach the TEKS/SE as set by the Texas Education Agency and district curriculum, and present the curriculum in accordance with guidelines, policy, and regulations.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques consistent with the needs and capabilities of students and incorporate technology in the teaching and learning process.
Collaborate with other staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
Analyze and disaggregate data to assist in meeting the academic needs of students.
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for instructional aides and/or volunteers.
Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
Assure student success as determined by the state and district curriculum and assessments.
Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Learn and adapt to each student’s special academic, medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and assist students according to individual needs for instruction; physical needs such as transferring to and from a wheelchair, lifting, positioning; personal care needs including feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene; signing; and other needs as presented by the ARD committee.
Create a learning environment that is appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
Manage student behavior in accordance with policies and the Student Code of Conduct, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining dangerous student behavior as needed.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material, and facilities.
Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required in a timely manner.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication and maintain a professional relationship with students, parents, colleagues, supervisors, and community members.
Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Adhere to the district organizational chart in communication with all constituents.
Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible as set out in the Educator Code of Ethics.
Participate in professional learning activities to improve job-related skills and demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
Keep informed of and comply with legal and local policies, regulations and procedures.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and serve on committees as assigned.
Maintain confidentiality.