Teacher - SPED - ELAR - Resource/ICS
Reports To: Principal Duty Days: 187 DaysWage/Hour Status: ExemptPay Grade: I00 (Pay Based on Years of Experience -Teacher Hiring Schedule)Date Revised: 06-23You just might be the person we are looking for if you have:Bachelor's degree in related fieldValid Texas certificate in appropriate areaAbility to work effectively between the school and communityEffective written & verbal communication skillsCPI Certificate, once employedThe mission of this role:Provides special education consultation and instruction to meet the need of eligible students with disabilities. Communicate with campus staff, district special education staff, and parents/guardians information pertaining to student needs (such as but not exclusively: ARD paperwork, IEP's, BIP' and general progress)What success looks like for this role:(In addition to Teacher Job Description.)Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for special education.Complete local, state and federal paperwork required for program participationDevelop instructional programs for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills.Collaborate with regular education teachers and related service staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible students.Administer criterion referenced testing.Keep current and be willing to apply the state of the art educational practices.Oversee the responsibilities of the paraprofessional in implementing student programs, to include training in regards to data collection and implementation of specific instructional strategies.Collect & maintain data related to student progress and grades.Report progress on IEP goals/objectives and grades as stipulated by district policy & ARD documents.Provide appropriate behavior management techniques for eligible studentsComplete State Assessment requirements for eligible studentsCommunicate regularly w general education and parents/guardians regarding student progress/needs/concerns.Maintain confidential student records & audit folders.Attend district required and job specific trainings & staff development (i.e., training on Autism, content specific trainings, structured settings, etc.).Other SHARS Duties as assigned.Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.Equipment Used:Personal computer, copier, printer, calculator, laminator. Adaptive equipment - Wheelchair, wheelchair lifts, wheelchair restraints, ramps, locks, electric changing table, Hoyer lift, various physical therapy equipment, assistive technology including voice output devices, and technology teaching tools (i.e., SMART Board).Potential leadership opportunities in this role:Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) and student teacher(s)Aspiring Assistant Principals AcademyWhy work for Katy ISD?Overall A rating from the Texas Education AgencyForbes rating - one of the best employers in the state of TexasNiche rating - top school district in the Houston areaWorld-class professional development and training opportunities to grow our network of confident and innovative teachersInclusive work environment where collaboration and teamwork are embedded in the culture and diversity is highly valuedCompetitive pay for teachersAdvanced degree stipend for Master's or Doctorate degreeAdditional stipends for certain positions such as coaching, fine arts, bilingual, and some special education positionsTeacher Incentive Allotment provides additional pay for Recognized, Exemplary, and Master teachers in designated classroom teaching positionsEmployee benefits include RediMD Telemedicine and EAP for mental healthcarePositive work-life balanceWorkplace operational environment to include:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students. Exposed to biological hazards.