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Special Education Teacher- Self ContainedThe mission of this role is to provide 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 exclusively: ARD paperwork, IEP's, BIP's and general progress).Responsibilities
Develop and implement individual education programs for students with significant cognitive, physical and medical needs.
Prepare documents/assignments and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students in the Life Skills classroom OR for those receiving homebound services for special education.
Complete local, state and federal paperwork required for program participation.
Develop instructional programs for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills.
Consult with campus staff & related services personnel, such as OT/PT/VI/AT, to provide an appropriate education for eligible students.
Provide appropriate behavior management techniques for eligible students.
Implement LIFE Skills critical elements checklist for structured environment, instructional strategies & behavior interventions.
Maintain student data records and charts for assessing student progress.
Administer criterion referenced testing as used to develop PLAAFP (or equivalent) and annual goals/objectives as indicated on student's IEP
Retain appropriate documentation of skill development and mastery and report progress.
Provide non-medical procedures such as tube feeding and other interventions as necessary for the student.
Complete State assessment for eligible students.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student's progress and needs/concerns.
Oversee the responsibilities of the paraprofessional in implementing student programs.
Provide care for students as related to hygiene, toileting, and nourishment.
Other duties as assigned.
Other SHARS Duties as assigned.
Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.
We look for team members that embody our REACH values. This includes the characteristics below.
Open to sharing and implementing feedback with reverence and professionalism for the work (Respect).
Authentic care for student results and effective teaching (Excellence).
Setting a higher bar for yourself and others each day (Ambition).
Honest contribution to and collaboration with the community (Community).
Do what is needed to achieve results (Hard Work).
Believes in education as a profession and holds oneself to a high level of conduct and professionalism
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field
Valid Texas certificate in appropriate area
Ability to work effectively between the school and community
Effective written & verbal communication skills
CPI certification once employed
Étoile Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact HR at 713.265.8657.
