JESSIEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description for

Special Education Teacher –  Secondary

DEPARTMENT:   Teaching                                               JOB STATUS:  Full Time  

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: N/A                                      REPORTS TO:  Principal

GRADE/LEVEL: 6-12

AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: See Essential Duties

WORK SCHEDULE:  Per 190 contracted days                                     

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Principal, the elementary and secondary Teacher provides support to the instructional process by helping students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. The teacher will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To communicate, collaborate and cooperate with colleagues, supervisors, parents and students in a professional manner
• To teach Jessieville School District’s approved curriculum
• To be prepared to instruct all assigned classes at the designated time and place
• To plan a program of study and prepare lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students
• To create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and abilities of the students
• To encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• To guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, unites and projects
• To take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment and facilities
• To employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided the needs and capabilities of the individual or student groups involved
• To assess the academic and social growth of students on a regular basis, keep appropriate and accurate records, and prepare progress reports as required
• To maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations
• To identify student needs, make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans
• To communicate regularly with parents by means of web-based reporting sites, newsletters, notes, phone calls and conferences
• To plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals, parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
• To create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student work
• To adhere to all rules and regulations as stated in Jessieville School District Personnel Policies Handbook
• To perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by employee’s supervisor, the principal, or the superintendent

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statements

Knowledge of the schools and JSD policies and procedures

Evidence of strong commitment to quality education

Evidence of strong organizational skills

Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills

Education

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree with an accredited educational institution and endorsements in the areas of the teaching assignment.  Other requirements per job description.   

Experience

One (1) year of successful experience with Highly Qualified designation status is preferred.  Other requirements per job description.

Certificates & Licenses

Valid Arkansas certificate/license or alternative certificate/license for compliance with the necessary ADE requirements to meet the position’s essential duties and responsibilities.  

Computer Skills

Ability to apply basic computer programs (spreadsheet, Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint, others) to enhance job performance. (Others could include APSCN, HAC/TAC, NWEA)

Other Requirements

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community.

Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal, state, and district requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional documents.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:   Ability to perform basic math operations to meet job expectations. 

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations appropriately to meet job expectations.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth perception)

Sense of Sound (ability to converse with others, conduct telephone conversations)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform with the essential functions.

The JSD HR Office has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included.  It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the JSD reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the JSD may deem appropriate.

The Jessieville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of the Jessieville School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.