San Benito Consolidated Independent School
District
Human Resource Office
240 N. Crockett St. • San Benito, TX 78586 • Phone: (956) 361-6150 • Fax: (956) 361-6291
Job Title: Special Education Teacher Exemption Status: Exempt
Reports To: Campus Principal Pay Grade: Teacher Salary
Works with: Students/Staff/Parents Days: 187
Dept. /Campus: Campus Assigned Date Revised: 10.09.2024
Primary Purpose:
Provide special education 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 match student ability levels. Work in self-contained,
team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.
Prerequisites:
Bachelor's Degree from accredited university; and
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements
Required training 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
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Provide special education 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 match student ability
levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.
- Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and
show written evidence of preparation as required.
- 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.
San Benito Consolidated Independent School
District
Human Resource Office
240 N. Crockett St. • San Benito, TX 78586 • Phone: (956) 361-6150 • Fax: (956) 361-6291
- Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a
variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet6 the needs and
capabilities of each student assigned.
- Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist
special education students in regular classes with assignments.
- Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
- Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
- Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
11.Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities
approved by campus principal.
12.Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal
needs of students.
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and
emotional development of students.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities
approved by the campus principal.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and
physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
- Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and
facilities.
- Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students,
and community members.
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
- Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills.
San Benito Consolidated Independent School
District
Human Resource Office
240 N. Crockett St. • San Benito, TX 78586 • Phone: (956) 361-6150 • Fax: (956) 361-6291
- Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for
classroom teachers.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents
required.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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