Student Education ESE Teacher

Position

Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher - Job# 4536

Assignment

Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution as determined by the Florida Department of Education
• Certified by the State of Florida in the appropriate subject area
• Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects
• Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

Additional Desired Job Qualifications

• Physical dexterity tasks involving: lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing up to 50 pounds may be required
• Additional endorsement(s) in one of the following: Severe or Profound Disabilities, Orientation and Mobility, or Autism may also be required depending upon student classroom composition

Primary Performance Responsibilities

• Aids in instructional and behavioral programming and works with program specialist and behavioral specialist
• Develops Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students collaboratively with other staff assuring an appropriate education, evaluate the attainment of annual goals and objectives for students
• Supervises paraprofessionals assigned to the program and provides leadership for them in the classroom by delegating activities and working collaboratively with them
• Reads, reviews and understands information provided through documents such as the Special Programs and Procedures, The Exceptional Student Education Handbook, technical assistance papers and other material provided
• Audits and maintains accurate student files and reports: FTE October and February December Federal Count Survey 9 Teacher and Para Class Schedules Data collection for IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Attends monthly department meetings
• Identifies or develops long- and short-term plans based on student needs which are consistent with District and State curriculum requirements
• Plans and prepares lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the District mission
• Plans and prepares instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identifies, selects, and develops or modifies instructional materials to support learning objectives and to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
• Assists in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvement
• Maintains a positive, organized, and safe learning environment
• Establishes and utilizes behavior-management techniques which are appropriate and effective
• Assists in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy
• Establishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures, including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy Act
• Manages time effectively
• Manages materials and assigned equipment effectively, including record keeping and other inventory requirements
• Instructs and supervises the work of volunteers and aides when assigned
• Develop and utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners
• Interprets and utilizes data (including, but not limited to, standardized and other test results)
• Establishes appropriate testing environment, and ensure test security
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of curriculum content
• Applies principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery
• Differentiates instruction by using a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs
• Uses appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students
• Uses appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students
• Provides quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences
• Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Ensures student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification
• Provides instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment where appropriate
• Recognizes overt indicators of student distress or abuse, and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions
• Communicates effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and the community
• Collaborates with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment
• Assists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibility
• Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge