Teacher - Special Education

Prepare lesson plans appropriate for the student according to the latest IEP - correlated to the latest curriculum and assessment information made available by the state, and then effectively use the lesson plans;

Use appropriate grade level, data-driven, research-based, teaching strategies to teach the most recent, appropriate curriculum standards;

Analyze any, and all, of the most recent, appropriate, formal state assessment results (Value-Added and TVAAS Teacher Effect, when applicable) as well as the latest system-and school-level Report Card, studying identified strengths and weaknesses, then make appropriate adjustments in the classroom. Looking closely at annual expectations for both performance and gap closure;

Serve as a positive and active participant in Professional Learning Community (at the school level and system level, when applicable.

Assess frequently students' comprehension and application of expected curriculum standards;

Take responsibility for students' mastery of applicable curriculum standards and significant academic growth;

Assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the classroom;

Plan curriculum and prepares lessons and other material, considering factors such as individual needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations of the student;

Devise special teaching tools and techniques;

Evaluate student progress;

Establish appropriate standards of, and for, student behavior;

Counsel with students and their parents;

Administer appropriate assessments to evaluates students' progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of student's progress;

Keep accurate attendance records;

Maintain necessary records and complete the required paperwork in the required time frame.

Plan and lead appropriate IEP-Team meetings ? be prepare, respond appropriately and professionally;

Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops;

Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, board policies, and administrative regulations;

Develop and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning;

Report to the Principal when one knows or reasonably suspects that a child's health or welfare has been, or appears to have been harmed, as a result of abuse or neglect;

Represent the school and the community in a positive manner; and

Perform other work-related duties as assigned.