Teacher - SPED/Co-Teach (24-25 SY)
San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District
- Texas
- $53,500 per year
- Training
- Full-time
- Collaborate with students, parents and other members of the staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (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/learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist students included in regular classes with assignments.
- Prepare for Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings by:
- Updating existing IEP with written notation;
- Administering criterion-referenced or curriculum based assessments according to special education department procedures;
- Completing the academic and/or developmental, behavioral competencies information; (PLAAFP)
- Drafting modifications of regular education instruction.
- Drafting new IEP goals and objectives to send home to parents for review
- Participate in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings by:
- Attending as the deaf education representative
- Explaining and discussing the student's progress on previous IEP, current competencies, proposed IEP goals and objectives, and proposed class, schedule, modifications/accommodations, and supplemental aids
- Providing information regarding state testing recommendations and previous year results
- Reporting transition goals and activities as needed
- After the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meeting:
- Distribute IEP paperwork to all teachers who will be responsible for implementing the accommodations/modifications
- Provide and utilize supplemental aids as determined by the ARD committee
- Implement the student's IEP.
- Provide written evidence of student growth toward IEP by completing progress reports.
- Conduct formal and informal assessment of student learning styles and use
- Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by the IEP.
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
- Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for instructional assistants/aide(s) and/or volunteers.
- Use technologies including assistive technology in the teaching/learning process.
- Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and/or feeding of students as stated in IEP.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
- Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline including non-verbal crisis intervention and physical restraint of students according to IEP and training requirements.
- Consult with regular classroom teachers and other staff members regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
- Consult with district and outside resource personnel regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
- Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents on a consistent basis.
- Proactively seeks parental support and input by:
- Communicating with parents concerning the needs, problems and progress of their child;
- Assisting parents in contacting other community agencies which may provide services for their child;
- Documenting formal and significant informal parent/teacher conferences, contact with other agencies or professionals concerning individual students.
- Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members.
- Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
- Participate in the district/campus staff development program.
- Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
- Keep informed of and complies with federal, state, district and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
- Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documents required.
- Comply with district and campus grading and homework policies.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
- Maintain the integrity of confidential student records.
- Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
- Report to work at designated site on a regular daily basis according to established work schedule.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor/principal.