SPED Self Contained Teacher (Grades: 6-8)

Work Locations: T W Browne Middle School

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each assigned student.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs; provide written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment tailored to students’ learning styles and needs.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Interpret educational programs to the community through activities such as open house and PTA meetings.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding student behavior management according to IEP.
• Present subject matter following guidelines established by IEP.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
• Manage student behavior, administer discipline, and intervene in crises, including physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required.
• Travel throughout the district is integral to this job.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Educational Plan goal setting and implementation.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws, regulations, practices, principles, and procedures pertaining to special education.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in working with district and non-district personnel.
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• A remote working environment or alternate work arrangement is not an option; regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required.

Pay

Minimum Salary: $68,000 (certified)

Schedule

Full-time