What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Special Education position at Franklin County Schools?
1. Prepare lesson plans appropriate for the student according to the latest IEP - correlated to the latest curriculum and assessment information made available by the state, and then effectively use the lesson plans;
2. Use appropriate grade level, data-driven, research-based, teaching strategies to teach the most recent, appropriate curriculum standards;
3. Analyze any, and all, of the most recent, appropriate, formal state assessment results (Value-Added and TVAAS Teacher Effect, when applicable) as well as the latest system-and school-level Report Card, studying identified strengths and weaknesses, then make appropriate adjustments in the classroom. Looking closely at annual expectations for both performance and gap closure;
4. Serve as a positive and active participant in Professional Learning Community (at the school level and system level, when applicable.
5. Assess frequently students' comprehension and application of expected curriculum standards;
6. Take responsibility for students' mastery of applicable curriculum standards and significant academic growth;
7. Assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the classroom;
8. Plan curriculum and prepares lessons and other material, considering factors such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the student;
9. Devise special teaching tools and techniques;
10. Evaluate student progress;
11. Establish appropriate standards of, and for, student behavior;
12. Counsel with students and their parents;
13. Administer appropriate assessments to evaluates students' progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of student's progress;
14. Keep accurate attendance records;
15. Maintain necessary records and complete the required paperwork in the required time frame.
16. Plan and lead appropriate IEP-Team meetings ? be prepare, respond appropriately and professionally;
17. Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops;
18. Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, board policies, and administrative regulations;
19. Develop and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning;
20. Report to the Principal when one knows or reasonably suspects that a child's health or welfare has been, or appears to have been harmed, as a result of abuse or neglect;
21. Represent the school and the community in a positive manner; and
22. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Salary : $33,255 - $45,688