Behavior Support

Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), instructs students in all areas of Exceptional Student Education in a classroom setting for grades 3rd–5th. The teacher designs and delivers instruction, accommodations, and supports suited to state standards, district curriculum, and student needs, and develops and implements Individual Educational Plans (IEPs). The role includes fostering a respectful and positive learning environment, monitoring student progress, managing behavior, communicating with families and school or district personnel, and overseeing paraprofessionals. The teacher also maintains confidential records, pursues relevant training, and keeps required certifications and professional development current. District employees are expected to maintain regular and predictable attendance, support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan, act with civility and professionalism, and maintain the knowledge and skills needed for their duties. Responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive and may change according to district needs. The district states that its personnel policies and practices provide equal opportunity and do not discriminate on the listed protected grounds.

Requirements

Eligibility for a Florida Temporary Certificate is required.
Read, analyze, and interpret documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; and write and present effectively.
Apply mathematical concepts including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Solve practical problems involving concrete variables and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Use Microsoft Office.
Meet the listed physical demands, including physical activities, lifting up to 10 pounds, and overhead reaching with either hand.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement specially designed instruction, accommodations, and supports in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and student needs.
Develop and implement IEPs, including present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and required special education and related services.
Create a positive educational climate in which students with disabilities can learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Use varied teaching techniques, methods, and learning principles to help students meet IEP goals.
Observe and evaluate student performance and mastery of standards; monitor assessment data; and maintain student grades and attendance.
Manage classroom behavior through effective classroom management, positive behavior supports, evidence-based interventions, and appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicate with parents and school or district personnel about student progress and encourage parental involvement.
Take reasonable precautions to protect student health and safety and safeguard equipment, materials, and facilities.
Provide oversight to paraprofessionals.
Maintain and secure confidential records, inquiries, data, and full-time-equivalency documentation.
Attend workshops and trainings to build Exceptional Student Education knowledge and skills.
Maintain required certifications and professional development hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Meet district expectations for attendance, support of district priorities, civility and professionalism, and job-related knowledge and skills.