JOB GOAL:To provide each student identified with an emotional disability with the individually designed instruction he/or she requires to progress toward the educational goals established within each individual’s education program.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:I.Manages the classroom environment, supports and manages paraprofessionals working with students, and creates an atmosphere that is positive for student learning and involvement.a.Knowledge of assessment methods, techniques and tools for students identified with emotional disabilities b.Knowledge of and ability to apply principles and methods of developing an instructional and behavioral management systemc.Knowledge of and ability to apply de-escalating strategies and interventions;II.Demonstrates a solid understanding of the curriculum. A.Demonstrates a working knowledge of the core curriculum for Special Education in alignment with Massachusetts Curriculum FrameworksB.Frames curriculum around key learning standards/concepts in the key content areas that provide opportunities for students with disabilities to demonstrate reasoning, logic, analysis and synthesis when planning units, lessons, and assessments.C.Keeps current in the various curricular and special education fields and applies that knowledge to the instructional program.D.Contributes to the ongoing evaluation of the curriculum.E.Ability to modify the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks to meet students’ instructional levelsII. Conducts effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction A. Effectively plans instruction and assessment for students with disabilities and monitors each student’s understanding of the curriculum. Adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.IV. Delivers instruction effectively. A. The teacher makes learning goals of clear to students and uses appropriate instructional techniques.B. The teacher uses a variety of teaching strategies, including cooperative, peer and project-based learning; audio-visual presentations, lecture, discussions and inquiry, practice and application; and the teaching of others.C.The teacher uses questioning techniques appropriate to student’s ability.D. The teacher evaluates, tries innovative approaches, and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.V. Promotes and communicates high standards and expectations for student achievement.VI. Promotes equity and appreciation of diversity and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning. A.The teacher demonstrates an appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals.VII. Fulfills all professional responsibilitiesA. Cooperates in interactions with parents/guardians and receptive to their contributions.B. Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district.C.Exercises reflection on teaching and education and embraces the concept of continuous learning. VIII.Completes any other duty or assignments as directed by the Principal or Director of Special Education.