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Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), is responsible for instruction in all areas of Exceptional Student Education in a classroom setting. The teacher designs and delivers specially designed instruction, accommodations, and supports aligned with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs. The role includes developing and implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), monitoring student progress, creating a respectful learning environment, and managing classroom behavior. The teacher also communicates with families and school or district personnel, provides oversight to paraprofessionals, maintains confidential student records, and participates in professional learning. District employees are expected to maintain regular and predictable attendance, support the district’s vision and goals, act with civility and professionalism, and maintain the knowledge and skills needed for their work. Responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive and may change according to district needs.

Requirements

Eligibility for a Florida Temporary Certificate is required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; and write and present information effectively.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Ability to solve practical problems involving limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Microsoft Office computer skills.
Physical ability to perform activities including standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Ability to reach with either hand, including overhead.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement appropriate specially designed instruction, accommodations, and supports according to state standards, district curriculum, and students’ 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 their IEP goals.
Observe and evaluate student performance and mastery of standards; monitor assessment data; and maintain student grades and attendance.
Manage classroom behavior using effective classroom management strategies, 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 students’ 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 appropriately.
Attend workshops and training to develop Exceptional Student Education knowledge and skills.
Maintain required certifications and professional development hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan; act with civility, respect, and professionalism; and maintain the professional knowledge and skills needed for the position.