Special Education Teacher

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.
2. Prepare lesson plans for students, tailoring instruction to their specific needs and goals that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.
3. Provide practical skill training that could involve hands-on activities, demonstrations, and real-world experiences to reinforce learned skills. 
4. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, campus policies, and administrative regulations.
5. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
6. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s).
7. Instruct daily living skills like personal hygiene, meal preparation, grocery shopping, budgeting, transportation, and communication.
8. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
9. Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.
10. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
11. Establish control in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies, campus policies, and administrative regulations.
12. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
13. Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
14. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.
15. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members.
16. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
17. Participate in the district staff development program.
18. Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
19. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
20. Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
21. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documents required.