Special Education Curriculum Coach

Probationary/Term Contract: 197 days

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university
• Master’s Degree from a recognized, accredited college or university preferred
• Texas certification in elementary or secondary education preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience as an ECSE teacher
• Knowledge of and successful experience implementing research-based strategies in working with students with disabilities
• Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, coaching, and teaching other teachers and paraeducators
• Successful experience identifying functions of behavior and developing individualized behavior support plans
• Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, coaching, and collaborating with teachers

Pay

$67,640/IA-3 Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year

Responsibilities

• Coach campus/district staff in implementation of behavioral strategies and interventions which results in positive student behavior
• Assist teachers/campus staff with development of effective and measurable behavior intervention plans (BIP) and behavioral goals
• Assist in the implementation of the curricular models for ECSE
• Assist teachers in modifying and accommodating the general education curriculum for students receiving special education services in the general education setting
• Assist teachers and campus staff in writing and implementing developmentally appropriate standards-based IEPs
• Assist teachers with the selection of appropriate data collection systems for students
• Develop and conduct district-wide staff development for ECSE staff
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function

Working Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Frequent in-district travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress