Specialized Support Resource (SSR) Teacher

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The Specialized Support Resource (SSR) Teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences, including instruction in the assigned core academic subject, to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop competencies for success in society and college readiness. The teacher follows applicable federal and state laws and district policies, procedures, and regulations. The role includes planning and delivering instruction aligned with the district curriculum and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), adapting instruction to students’ learning styles and needs, and collaborating with special education and other instructional program teachers. The teacher assesses student achievement, provides feedback, manages the classroom, communicates with families and colleagues, maintains required records, and participates in professional learning and campus activities. Additional virtual and online teaching responsibilities may be assigned, including regular communication with students and parents and availability during regular school business hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for the subject and level assigned.
Demonstrated competency in the assigned academic subject area.
Knowledge of assigned academic subject matter, curriculum, and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
At least the experience of student teaching or an approved internship.
Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university and a valid Texas teaching certificate as required documents for interview consideration.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum requirements and document preparation as required.
Plan instruction that accommodates differences in students’ learning styles and instructional needs and supports consistent student engagement.
Use TEKS as instructional objectives and present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidance, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Select and use instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment suited to assigned students’ learning styles and needs.
Help students analyze and improve their study methods and habits.
Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula for students as required by their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Work with other instructional program teachers to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods for assigned students.
Use technology to strengthen teaching and learning and promote student engagement.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Plan and supervise instructional aide and volunteer assignments and oversee their completion when assigned.
Maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, principals, colleagues, and community members.
Conduct frequent conferences with parents, students, teachers, and principals to discuss and communicate student achievement.
Provide formative and summative assessments, use results to give feedback, and plan instructional activities.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor principal-approved outside activities while taking safety precautions.
Serve as a positive role model and support campus and district goals and mission.
Manage student behavior according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and documents.
Participate in training and staff development to improve job-related skills and remain informed about best practices and applicable requirements.
Keep current with changes to the TEKS curriculum.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Maintain required work-site attendance, professional ethics, and professional grooming and attire.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
When assigned virtual or online teaching duties, plan and use appropriate distance-learning strategies, activities, and resources in accordance with student needs and applicable guidelines.
When assigned virtual or online duties, be available by phone, email, or video conference during regular school business hours and participate in meetings as required or coordinated by supervisors.
When assigned virtual or online duties, use the workday to plan, prepare, implement, and evaluate student work, lessons, and activities.
When assigned virtual or online duties, communicate with students and parents at least once per week through an identified communication channel and respond to their correspondence by the next business day.
When assigned virtual or online duties, create a virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.