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The Rhodes School

SPED Teacher (TBD SPED Teacher- Humble)

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TitleSPED Teacher
Posting IDTBD SPED Teacher- Humble
Description

Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing instructional support and resources to assigned campuses.  Including implementation and monitoring of campus based special education programs and related services. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

1.

Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.

2.

Coordinate and monitor all instructional and related services provided to students with disabilities

3.

Provide technical support for critical cases and secure necessary resources to address student needs.

4.

Collaborate with special education director, campus administrators, and special/general education staff to provide direction and assistance for their programs.

5.

Use a communication system to keep administrators informed of support provided to campuses.

6.

Assist in communicating with parents from various cultural backgrounds regarding evaluation, programming, placement, services, and rights of students with disabilities.       

7.

Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.

8.

Teach socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students’ individualized education programs (IEPs) by employing techniques in an overall positive behavioral support system.

9.

Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.

 10.

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to

learning for all students.

 11.

Performs any additional duties related to ongoing effectiveness of program as directed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree from a four year, accredited university.   Master’s Degree preferred.

 

 

Certification:  NCLB, Highly qualified valid Texas Teaching Certificate in Special Education as required by teaching assignment or acceptance to approved Alternative Certification Program and results of TEXes exam.

 

 

Work Experience:  A minimum of 1-2 years of successful teaching experience is preferred.

 

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position:

·       Knowledge of state and federal education laws and regulations.

 

·       Knowledge of subject matter to be taught and ability to lead discussions

 

·       Skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Ability to implement Texas Education Agency (TEA) education policies and procedures.
  • Ability to review and implement agency policies, procedures, and operating guidelines.
  • Ability to convey and interpret information to students.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals involved in the education of TRS students.
  • Ability to work under stressful conditions, with possible occurrences of extreme heightened stress.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
  • Ability to keep accurate files and records.

 

Equipment Used

Microsoft Office, Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier). General Knowledge of accounting procedures, district policies, and school law.

Working/Environmental Conditions/Mental Demands/Physical Demands:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.  Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.

Shift TypeFull-Time
Salary RangeSalary
LocationRhodes School for the Performing Arts - Humble

Applications Accepted

Start Date02/03/2022