Special Education (PASS) Teacher (25-26 SY)- Keyes ES

• Provide special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the most appropriate environment designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth; develop/modify curricula and prepare lessons and teacher instructional materials according to ability levels and based on district’s curriculum; work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

• Provide intensive behavior intervention and social skills instruction to students with emotional and behavioral disabilities

• Provide behavior training, modeling and support for staff at Irving ISD campuses

• Provide effective implementation of the students’ BIP

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Valid Educator Certification; special education certification required,

• Endorsements in applicable teaching areas (Special Ed EC-12 REQUIRED)

• Experience or training in working with students with significant behavioral needs

• Ability to develop IEP including behavior intervention plans and participate in ARD process; knowledge of curriculum; knowledge of special needs of students including emotional and behavioral disabilities; knowledge of policies and practices addressing specific duties and responsibilities of assigned position

• Experience in designing behavioral interventions for students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

• Experience in monitoring student behaviors and progress

• Knowledge of researched-based best practices for providing specially designed instruction for students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

• Knowledge of federal and state rules governing the education of students with disabilities

• Ability to work cooperatively with others in attaining district special education program goals/objectives

• Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures and backgrounds

• Experience providing professional development to teachers and staff regarding behavioral best practices

• Collaborate with parents and staff in the development of IEPs.

• Develop all required elements of students’ IEP in accordance with district, state, and federal timelines

• Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs and district curriculum.

• Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation.

• Implement district’s behavioral system

• Provide instruction to improve social skill acquisition

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Consistently assess student progress through formal/informal testing.

• Consistently assess and modify classroom environment to maximize student success.

• Present positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.

• Provide or seek sources to aid students in dealing with emotional/physical needs that must be met before learning can take place.

• Provide positive and successful opportunities for students to develop positive self-esteem.

• Provide or supervise personal care or medical care of students as stated in IEP.

• Implement and maintain student data collection and progress monitoring system for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities

• Compile requested data into reports required by special education programs

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Create a safe and positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of the students.

• Manage student behavior and implement positive intervention strategies according to IEP and behavioral best practices.

• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

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

• Plan and supervise activities for teacher aide(s), interns/student teachers, and/or voluntee(s).

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, personnel from community agencies, and other professional staff in the education, care, and management of students.

• Provide on-going training, consultation, and support to school personnel.

• Create positive team approach to inclusive educational settings.

• Confer and communicate with teachers and parents regarding the effectiveness of special education programs for students with emotional and behavioral disorders

• Work closely with staff to coordinate, manage, assess needs, and determine student assignment in regards to special education programs

• Relate to staff, students, and parents, in ways that convey equality, mutual respect, and concern

• Communicate and convey information with clarity regarding the district’s programs

• Participate in in-district in-service training.

• Demonstrate interest in professional improvement.

• Plan and implement staff development and parent education relating to special education programs and best practices for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities

• Provide staff development to assist school personnel in the identification, understanding, and teaching of students with emotional and behavioral disabilities

• Keep informed of, and comply with, all campus, district, state, and federal policies and regulations.

• Complete and maintain all reports, records, and documents.

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

• Adhere to professional code of ethics

• Maintain mental and physical demands to perform job assigned

Irving Independent School