Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

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

At least one year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies
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
Student Growth and Development
 Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.