SPED Teacher, Homebound

POSITION: Special Education Teacher/HomeboundEXEMPT STATUS: ExemptNUMBER OF DAYS: 187PAY GRADE: Teacher SalaryDIVISION: Assigned campusesDEPARTMENT: Special ServicesREPORTS TO: Principal, Special Services SupervisorSUPERVISES: Assigned teacher assistant(s), if applicableEDUCATION:Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or universityValid teaching certificate, Special Education certifiedBe eligible for the appropriate Probationary Certificate through a TEA approved Teacher Certification ProgramEXPERIENCE: Student teaching or approved internship or approved Alternative Teacher Certification Program trainingPOSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSEProvide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill theirpotential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to developcompetencies and skills to function successfully in society.Major ResponsibilitiesInstructional Management1. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.2. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through theARD Committee process for each student assigned.3. Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence ofpreparation as required.4. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.5. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, boardpolicies, administrative regulations.6. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of thestudent groups involved.7. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals,objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.8. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or volunteer(s).9. Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process.10. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.11. Monitor student progress and adjust instructional materials and strategies to provide differentiatedinstruction and address individual needs of the students.12. Work closely with campus, nurses, principals, counselors, and teachers to discuss attendance,schedules, grades.Student Growth and Development11. Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.12. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports asrequired.13. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.14. Assume responsibility for duties and/or extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outsideactivities approved by the school.15. Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.School/Organization Climate16. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity andinterests of students.17. Establish control in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies,administrative regulations, and students' IEP.18. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.19. Assist before, during, and after the school day in the supervision of students as assigned by theprincipal.20. Promote a positive work environment and positive staff morale within the school.School/Organization Improvement21. Participate with other staff in building a common vision for school improvement.22. Participate in planning and implementing activities to ensure attainment of school's mission.Personnel Management23. Assist in selecting/orienting new instructional staff.Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management24. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.School/Community Relations25. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.26. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and communitymembers.27. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Professional Growth and Development28. Participate in the district professional development program.29. Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.30. Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted communitystandards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics.Policy Implementation31. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies forteachers.32. Assume responsibility for compiling, maintaining, and filing all reports, records, and otherdocuments required.33. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.Other Duties34. Perform such other duties as may be assigned or as may be necessary for job effectiveness.observations, professional research and reading, and inquiry sessionsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise assigned teacher assistant(s), if applicableQualification Requirements- Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area- Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and IndividualEducational Plan (IEP) goal setting process an and implementation- Knowledge of subjects assigned- General knowledge of curriculum and instruction- Ability to work well with a diverse population- Effective presentation skills- Organizational skillsWORK ENVIRONMENTThe environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; move throughout the room and/or facility; communicate verbally and electronically; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel, stoop, crouch, and/or crawl; and climb or balance. Regularly required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular attendance required.Equipment usedTelephoneComputer and printerCalculatorCopy Machine