Middle School SLC Teacher

Special Education Structured Learning Classroom (SLC) Teacher Job Description

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Job Title: Special Education SLC Teacher Exemption Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Scale

Dept./School: Assigned Campus Calendar Days: 192 / ADSY

Contract: Probationary/Term Revised: 1.29.2025 The Structured Learning Classroom (SLC) teacher provides specialized instruction to students with learning disabilities or behavioral challenges in a supportive and structured environment. The teacher develops and implements individualized education plans (IEPs), adapts curriculum to meet students' specific needs, and uses targeted teaching strategies to promote academic, social, and emotional development. The SLC teacher focuses on creating a consistent routine and positive behavior support system to help students thrive and reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive classroom setting. Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
• Effective communication skills Experience:
• One (1) year student teaching or approved internship Instructional Strategies
  1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
  2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
  4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned Primary Purpose Qualifications Major Responsibilities and Duties Special Education Structured Learning Classroom (SLC) Teacher Job Description
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     5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
     6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
     7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media. Student Growth and Development
     8. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
     9. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
     10. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
     11. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
     12. Be a positive role model for students; be professional in appearance, in manner, and in attitude; and support mission of school district. Classroom Management and Organization
     13. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
     14. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
     15. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
     16. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
     17. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion. Communication
     18. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
     19. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
     20. Demonstrate consistent loyalty to district, school, colleagues, and profession, being highly positive and supportive in staff relationships. Professional Growth and Development
     21. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
     22. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Special Education Structured Learning Classroom (SLC) Teacher Job Description

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     23. Actively pursue a long-range program of professional growth; continually seeking self- improvement. Other
     24. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
     25. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
     26. Assume other duties as assigned by the principal and the Superintendent of Schools. Direct the work of instructional aide(s) The Classroom Teacher's evaluation is a responsibility resting with the campus principal. An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of each school year. Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours Environment: Exposure to biological hazards Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and i s not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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