Special Education Resource/Inclusion Teacher (26-27 SY) -Lamar MS

Irving ISD•Irving, TX

About The Position

Provide special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the most appropriate environment to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and instructional materials suited to students’ ability levels. Work in a self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Texas Teacher’s Certificate with an appropriate endorsement for the teaching area.
Ability to develop IEPs and participate in the ARD process.
Knowledge of curriculum and students’ special needs.
Knowledge of policies and practices relevant to the assigned position.
At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship.
Ability to maintain emotional control and use reasoning and problem-solving skills under stress.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making.
Ability to coordinate student programming across varied educational settings and interventions.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with parents and staff in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs, and prepare for assigned classes.
Assess student progress using formal and informal testing and modify the classroom environment to maximize student success.
Model positive behavior and support students’ emotional and physical needs, self-esteem, and development.
Provide or supervise personal or medical care as stated in students’ IEPs.
Create a safe, positive classroom environment and manage student behavior and discipline according to IEPs.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting instructional books, equipment, and materials.
Plan and supervise activities for teacher aides and volunteers.
Communicate professionally with students, parents, community agency personnel, and education staff.
Provide ongoing training, consultation, and support to school personnel, and promote inclusive educational settings through a positive team approach.
Participate in district in-service training and pursue professional improvement.
Follow campus, district, state, and federal policies and regulations; maintain required reports, records, and documents.
Attend and participate in faculty and staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.
Observe safety rules and district policy, follow safety training, use required personal protective equipment, report injuries and incidents promptly, and support workplace safety efforts.