Elementary Special Education Teacher Life Skills PAES SY 26-27

AZTEC MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICTJob Description Special Education K - 12 TeacherJob SummaryUnder the immediate direction of the principal, provide an individual education program for students who qualify for services under IDEIA and assist other school programs as assigned.Reports to: Building Principal/Assistant PrincipalMinimum QualificationsNew Mexico Teaching License in Special EducationBachelor's Degree, including all courses needed to meet licensure requirementsPassage of the New Mexico Assessment of Teacher Basic Skills or its equivalentPassage of the New Mexico Assessment of Teacher Competency in Elementary or Secondary EducationPassage of New Mexico Content Knowledge Assessment in area of specialty taught(Mid School and High School only)Endorsement or License in the area of specialty taughtValid Driver's LicenseEvidence of Leadership AbilityDemonstrate Communication SkillsDemonstrate Public Relations SkillsDesired QualificationsExperience in the Related FieldFamiliarity and Experience with Continuous Improvement Strategies and Professional Learning CommunitiesPower TeacherEssential FunctionsProvide individual learning experiences in a self-contained, resource, inclusionary or team taught environment.Maintain a working caseload of students and strictly adhere to all requirements as developed on the IEPMonitor attendance and grades of your caseload studentsParticipate in and develop Individual Educational PlansParticipate in meetings necessary to accommodate the needs of the special needs child including, but not limited to; Initial Staffing's, IEP meetings, Functional Behavioral Assessment meetings, Manifestations and other related meetings necessary to address the individual needs of the studentInstruct pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills and other general elements of the course of study specified in the state law, administrative regulations and procedures of the school districtDevelop and use instructional materials suitable for verbal and visual instruction of pupils with a wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturitiesProvide individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and help the pupils make a satisfactory transition to schoolEstablish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities without interfering with the natural informal atmosphere of the learning environmentCommunicate with parents through a variety of means including parent conferences, notes, emails, phone calls etcIdentify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems through the IEP or SAT processCreate an effective environment of learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centersMaintain professional competence through participation in required in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activitiesUse technology as an instruction tool in the classroom where appropriate and model the use of technology for personal and professional task managementPerform basic attendance accounting and business services as requiredEstablish and maintain district standards as prescribed by board policies and district and school regulationsCommunicate with students, staff, administration as well as parentsDevelop, implement and practice continual improvement practices at both the professional and student levelSelect and requisition books, instructional aids and instructional supplies and maintain an accurate inventoryInsure a comfortable room environment through control of heating, cooling lighting and ventilation to the extent possiblePerform supervisory duty as assigned before, during and after schoolParticipate in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school or at the district levelShare in the sponsorship of student activities and participate in faculty committeesParticipate in school sponsored activities outside of the school day such as parent teacher conferences, Open House, Back to School Nights, activities and athletic events, seasonal programs and graduation.Treat people with dignity and respectAny and all other tasks as assigned by the Building Principal.Necessary AbilitiesAbility to perform tasks quickly and efficiently and follow verbal instructionsAbility to work around congested areasAbility to perform assigned duties under adverse weather conditionsAbility to maintain working relationship with a variety of personalities and temperaments among other school personnel, students and publicAbility to work a flexible work schedule around job responsibilitiesAbility to be mobile in a crowdSupervisory ResponsibilitiesStudents assigned to your classroom and the school in generalEducational Assistant if assigned one for your classroomConfidentialityDue to the sensitive nature of this position and access to financial records, the highest degree of confidentiality is required.Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperiencePlease see Minimum and Desired Qualifications.Communication and Language SkillsAbility to read, analyze and interpret general accounting periodicals, journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Ability to assist with the preparation of reports, correspondence, and grants.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of staff, students, peers and community.Mathematical SkillsAbility to work with basic mathematical concepts.Other Skills and AbilitiesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and communityAbility to communicate clearly and conciselyAbility to use computers and other technology to accomplish job responsibilitiesAbility to perform tasks quickly and efficiently and follow verbal directionsAbility to work around congested areasAbility to work a flexible work schedule around job responsibilitiesAbility to be mobile in a crowdAnalytical and Reasoning Ability* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions* Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in written, verbal or diagram form, and deal with several abstract variablesTemperamentsAbility to teach others, work with people, and influence people in their opinions, attitudes, and judgmentsAbility to perform a variety of dutiesAbility to work with people who express conflicting opinionsAbility to solve problems, make sound judgments, and reach conclusionsAbility to express personal feelings professionally, and perform effectively under stressPhysical AttributesThe 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, type or feel. The employee may occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must possess and maintain a current driver's license and take a Defensive Driving course at District expense if you drive a district owned vehicle. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff.Term of EmploymentSalary per district scheduleContract duration per district calendarEvaluation annually.EvaluationPerformance of duty will be evaluated at least annually in accordance with the Aztec School Board PolicyPhysical Rating LevelThis position will require the employee to function at a "Medium" physical capacity as defined by Worker's Compensation Statutes. "Medium" physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently.Physical Requirement DetailsWork ActionsFinger DexterityCSittingFStandingFWalkingFRepetitive MotionsHandRight: FLeft: FBoth: FFootRight: FLeft: FBoth: FGrasping: HandRight: FLeft: FBoth: FFine Manipulation: HandRight: FLeft: FBoth: FUse of Head and NeckStaticFFlexingFRotatingFWork PositionsBendingFSquattingFCrawlingRClimbingFReachingFVisionCActivitiesUnprotected HeightsRDriving Automotive EquipmentRAround MachineryRTemperature ExtremesRNoise and VibrationRHazardsRDust, Fumes, Odors, ChemicalsRBalance and CoordinationRDefinitions: R = Rarely = 1% to 9% of an eight hour dayO = Occasionally = 10% to 33% of an eight hour dayF = Frequently = 34% to 66% of an eight hour dayC = Continuously = 67% to 100% of an eight hour dayThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees in this job classification.