SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/Behavior Strategist

167 DAYS / 4 DAY WORKWEEK

TEACHER PAY SCALE PLUS $5,000 STIPEND

SPECIAL EDUCATION CERTIFIED

POSITION LOCATION - Honey Grove ISD

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.

• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.

• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

• Use technology in teaching/learning process.reate classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

• Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.

• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.

• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.

• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.