Teacher SE Life Skills HS chez Sharyland Independent School District

Position Summary

Provide special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment 

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned 

Experience 

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal-setting process and implementation
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff members to develop an IEP for each student assigned through the ARD Committee process.
2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
3. Conduct an assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
7. Participate in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
3. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal. 
4. Consult district and outside resource people regarding the education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

 Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary, according to IEP.
3. Consult with classroom teachers regarding the management of student behavior according to IEP.
4. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
3. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. 

Other:

1. Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
2. Receive incoming calls, answer questions, and direct calls to the proper party.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

 Supervisory Responsibilities:

1. Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

 Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Non-Discrimination Notice:

Sharyland Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.

Salary Information 

Status: Exempt

Pay grade:  Teacher Salary Schedule

Days/Months: 187/10

Terms: Contractual