Special Education Teacher

Certified

• Position

• Special Education

Job Number 2300282414

Start Date

Open Date 01/22/2024

Closing Date

TEACHER VACANCY

Special Education Teacher

Specific Information:

Location: Hartselle High School

Posting Period: January 22, 2024 - January 28, 2024

Interested applicants may apply through the Teach in Alabama website:

https://ats1.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00008500

Deadline for accepting applications: January 28, 2024, or until filled

TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited institution in subject area.

• Valid Alabama teacher certification for secondary level and/or specialized area.

• Such alternatives or additional qualifications as the board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports to: Principal

Basic Job Description:

Instruct students in one or more subjects at the secondary level, such as English, mathematics, or social studies. May be designated according to subject matter specialty, such as technology instructors, career/technical teachers, or core academic teachers.

CONTRACT TYPE: 187 Days FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Tasks for: Special Education School Teacher

• Meets and instructs the students in the locations and at the time designated.

• Demonstrates a knowledge of instructional area.

• Demonstrates acceptable use of the English language in written and oral communication.

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining a positive environment which motivates and enables students to achieve learning goals.

• Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects areas for which they are certified.

• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.

• Prepare, administer, and grade assessments and assignments to evaluate students' progress. Assign and grade class work and homework.

• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.

• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.

• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.

• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.

• Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.

• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.

• Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.

• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.

• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.

• Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.

• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.

• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.

• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.

• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.

• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.

• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.

• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.

• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.

• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.

• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need.

• Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.

• Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.

• Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.

• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.

• Maintain confidentiality as required and appropriate.

• Model exemplary personal characteristics and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism.

• Perform related duties as required.

EVALUATION:

Job performance of non-probationary personnel will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor based on Board Policy. Probationary employees will be evaluated at least annually.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hartselle City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed. The terms of employment shall be in accordance with the provisions of the Hartselle City Board of Education Policy Manual, the Students First Act and the Hartselle City Board of Education Salary Schedule.

Salary Range: From/To Salary based on verified years of experience.

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The State does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

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