2023/24 Elementary Special Education Teacher, General District Interest Application - All Element...

Position Type:
01 - Special Education Teacher ($1000 sign bonus)

Date Posted:
1/26/2023

Location:
Elementary School

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Salary Range:

Full/Part-Time:

Work Days/Year:

Teacher Salary Scale

Exempt

187 days

**Please note, this application is to indicate an interest in a position in Leander ISD for the 2023-2024 school year. In the interim, as the district determines the projected openings for the upcoming school year, this application allows you to show early interest in our district. LISD is always looking for heroic educators to join our district as positions become available. Please note that you will be contacted and asked to apply to additional positions once those requisitions have been posted this Spring.**

The State Board for Educator Certification will require all first time applicants for an initial credential to be fingerprinted as part of a national criminal background check. A $50.20 fingerprinting fee will be charged once hired.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to be successful in an ever-changing world. This position may be contingent upon funding in whole or in part through state or federal grants.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differentiation.
• Present subject matter according to guideline established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles, interests and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student progress and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Seek the assistance of district specialists as recommended to plan for instruction.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Seek assistance for students who are consistently performing below grade level.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• 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 state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom 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.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance to ensure a consistent focus on student learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s), student teacher(s), intern(s), beginning teacher(s) and evaluate their job performance when needed.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Certification/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas bilingual teaching certificate with either required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned.
• Student teaching, internship, fieldwork, observation and all other placements required by universities or state approved programs for certification.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of second language acquisition and English as a Second Language techniques; core academic subject assigned; curriculum and instruction.
• Skills in reading, writing, and orally communicate effectively, in order to instruct all content areas in both English and Spanish; organization, communication, and interpersonal relations.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions during portions of work day.
• Needs to move about inside the classroom or campus to monitor students as necessary.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Frequent moving of small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Occasional requires lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
• Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis.
• Ability to make decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit.
• Maintain composure and professionalism at all times.

Equal Opportunity Employer