TEACHER-SPECIAL EDUCATION BEHAVIOR-LUBBOCK

Job Descriptions - Human Resources Department Revised on 3/3/2021 Position: Teacher - Special Education Behavior Department/Campus: Campus Reports to: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Teacher Job Type: Full Time Work Hours / Days: Normal School hours / 189 days JOB GOAL Provide intervention and instruction to students with behavioral disorders in order to assist them develop appropriate behavior, coping skills and social skills POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: o Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university o Valid Texas teacher certificate in Special Education and content assigned o Experience in a special education classroom setting (preferred) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: o Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools. o Models and instills a love of learning o Implements special education behavioral program that is adopted by Harmony Public Schools o Teaches assigned students appropriate replacement behaviors as determined by the students' Behavior Intervention Plans o Assists assigned students in implementing the replacement behaviors in their classroom settings o Assists classroom teachers in implementing students' Behavior Intervention Plans o Provides consultative assistance with developing behavioral strategies for students not on current caseload, including 504 students and Behavior RtI o Collaborates with parents, teachers and other relevant staff members in developing and implementing IEPs o Takes CPI certification class or approved equivalent in order to implement de-escalation techniques and legal restraint procedures during crisis situations o Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning. o Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students. o Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom. o Collects data to determine student's strengths and weaknesses o Collects data in order to develop student's standards-based IEPs o Collects data in order to measure student's progress on IEPs o Provides case management duties for assigned students o Attends ARD meetings for assigned students o Prepares ARD paperwork for assigned students o Conducts tutoring sessions to meet all students' needs. o Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures o Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school o Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom. o Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies o Attends department, school, district and parent meetings. o Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees. o Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues. o Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. o Prepares required reports on students and activities o Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities o Assigns and grades classwork, homework, tests, and assignments. o Takes daily attendance o Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs o Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members. o Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities. o Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Descriptions - Human Resources Department Revised on 3/3/2021 SKILLS AND ABILITIES: o Knowledge of curriculum and instruction o Knowledge of special education laws and regulations. o Ability to lead a team of people for purposes of developing effective teaching strategies for students with disabilities. o Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. o Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills o Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone. o Ability to analyze data. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: o Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting. o Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required. o Position is in classroom setting and requires intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. o Moderate travel is required.