26-27 Classroom Teacher

\Phlnap2.Aesopprod.Com\Files.Generalasp\Bmtisd_Files\44\44065.Docx Page | 1 of 3 Last Modified: 3/9/2018 BEAUMONT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description JOB TITLE: Teacher/Elementary DAEP CLASSIFICATION: Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: Teacher Salary Scale Choose # of days worked LOCATION: Assigned Campus DATE REVISED: 4/20/2017 FUNDED BY: IDEA-B Formula, IDEA-B Preschool PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide at risk students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained team, departmental, interschool, or itinerant capacity as assigned. Develop modify, implement plans designed to improve behavior collaborate seamlessly/effectively with home campuses. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of response to intervention (RTI) model and strategies. Knowledge of 504 processes. Knowledge of instructional strategies appropriate for students with disabilities Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation General knowledge of curriculum and instruction Knowledge in effective classroom and behavior management Ability to instruct students and mange their behavior Knowledge of instructional appropriate for at risk student in an alternative placement environment. Knowledge of best practice classroom and behavioral management technique appropriate for an at risk environment. Experience: Approved completion of clinical teaching or internship MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
2. To develop/implement behavioral plans through a committee process.
3. Provide TEKS based instruction to meet individual student goals and objectives.
4. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

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5. Provide accommodations to meet the instructional needs of students.
6. Participate in Committee meetings as the teacher representative on a regular basis.
7. Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress. (Behavioral and instructional)
8. Provide a variety of instructional strategies and techniques and technology to meet the instructional needs of students.
9. Plan and supervise assignments for assigned paraprofessionals.
10. Incorporate the use of technology to support instruction.
11. Provide or supervise personal care of students as stated in an IEP or other behavioral plan. Classroom Management and Organization
12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
13. Implement effective classroom management utilizing positive behavior support and other best practice informed methods.
14. Provide effective behavior/discipline strategies as written in the student's Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
15. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials. Communication
16. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
17. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
18. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
19. Establish/maintain collaborative relationships with sending campuses. Other
20. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
21. Keep informed of and comply with special education, federal, state, district regulations and policies.
22. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
23. Attend and participate in faculty and department meetings.
24. Perform any other duties assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise assigned teacher aide(s). WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands Maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands 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 Environmental Demands Exposed to biological hazards Working conditions may vary pursuant to Americans with Disabilities Act IDEA-B Formula funds provide supplemental resources to LEAs to assist schools to provide high-quality education that will enable students with disabilities 3 to 21 years of age to receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) and to meet the state's student performance standards. Page | 3 of 3 The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Approved by Immediate Supervisor: Date: Reviewed by HR Director: Date: Received by Employee: Date: The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.