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Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We understand the level of commitment of educators at Title I schools so you will be compensated with an opportunity to earn the Transformation Bonus: $5000 plus the millage bonus ($6000). Summary: The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), is responsible for the instruction of all areas of Exceptional Student Education in a classroom setting. DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:  Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.  Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.  Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.  Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Requirements

Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education preferred.
Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.
Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents.
Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community.
Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.
Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Microsoft Office
Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
Up to 10 pounds.
Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
Noise Intensity 3 moderate.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Designs and implements appropriate Specially Designed Instruction, accommodations, and supports assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
Develops and implements Individual Educational Plans (IEP) plans for students to include present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
Creates a positive educational climate for students with disabilities to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.
Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies, implementing positive behavior supports and evidence-based interventions, and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
Provides oversite to paraprofessionals
Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, data and full time equivalency (FTE) documentation.
Attends workshops and trainings to continue to build in Exceptional Student Education knowledge and skills.
Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
Performs any other duties as assigned.