Dallas Certified SPED Teacher

Job Function:

Under the guidance and supervision of the Principal the Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering academic instruction and a classroom climate that are consistent with district policy and philosophy and that maximize the potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth for all students with special needs.

Duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned by the Principal or Vice Principal.
Implements appropriate researchbased instructional strategies to promote student achievement.
Delivers instructional activities that are differentiated according to student knowledge learning style and individual needs.
Designs and submits engaging differentiated and standardsbased lesson plans according to district guidelines.
Implements district curriculum as articulated in curriculum documents (scope and sequence unit plans etc..
Collaborates with classroom teachers to establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to maximizing learning.
Develop and implement classroom rules and procedures that teach and reinforce appropriate social behavior.
Plans and prepares effective instructional activities materials learning centers and assessments to meet student needs as identified in student Individual Education Plans.
Provides whole group small group and/or onetoone instruction in both inclusion and pullout settings.
Provides small group and/or onetoone tutoring as needed.
Manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct Student IEP the student handbook and campus policies and procedures.
Collaborates extensively with support teachers and aides (ESL SpEd TAG RTI) to develop and deliver appropriate and effective educational activities and services to students with special needs.
Collaborates extensively with team department and other faculty and staff to ensure consistency of instructional delivery classroom management and campus procedures.
Monitors students in various settings (classroom drop off pick up) as assigned by campus administration.
Maintains databased documentation of continuous monitoring of student performance and progress during interventions.
Maintains a professional relationship with students parents faculty and staff.
Onsite regular attendance.
Participates in staff development activities to improve jobrelated skills.
Creates authentic standardsbased assessments designed to accurately demonstrate student mastery of academic content.

Skills/Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of constituents or employees of the organization.
Ability and/or willingness to learn to use and understand Microsoft Office for spreadsheets letters and other written communication in order to effectively communicate information with employees administration and the Board.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to grasp handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree from four year college or university.
*Must meet Highly Qualified Status.

Valid Texas teacher certification.
ESL certification required.

SPED Certification.