Special Education Teacher

Columbus ISD•Columbus, TX

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop the competencies and skills needed to function successfully in society. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with district curriculum and applicable Texas Education Agency, board, and administrative guidelines; assesses student learning; and adapts instruction to student needs, including working with special education teachers to address Individual Education Plans (IEPs). The role also includes classroom management, communication with families and colleagues, participation in campus activities and professional development, and other assigned duties. The teacher directs assigned instructional aides and may provide personal care identified in applicable student IEPs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or related training and work experience qualifying for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI).
Demonstrated competency in the assigned core academic subject area.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Student teaching, an approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and document preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect student learning styles and needs, and present subject matter according to applicable guidelines.
Assess student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students with special education needs in accordance with their IEPs.
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee its completion.
Assess student achievement on an ongoing basis through formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
Serve as a positive role model and support the school district’s mission.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development to improve job-related skills.
Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Perform other assigned SHARS duties.
Provide personal care as identified in applicable student IEPs.
Direct the work of assigned instructional aides.