What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Science Teacher position at Texas School for the Deaf?
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Length of position : 189 day contract
Hours : 7 : 30 A.M- 3 : 30 P.M.
SUMMARY
Provides classroom instruction to deaf students. Plans, develops, presents, modifies curricula; and, prepares lesson plans and other instructional materials to student ability levels and in accordance with student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Evaluates and documents appropriate data to monitor student progress and serves as an advisor / advocate for students in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process. Works in self-contained, team, or departmental capacity as assigned. Grades and subjects vary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collaborates with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
- Implements an instructional or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Prepares and submits weekly lesson plans consistent with the established curriculum.
- Works cooperatively with instructional team to regularly modify curricula as needed to assist students in their classroom assignments.
- Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
- Conducts assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
- Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
- Uses technology for teaching / learning process.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
SUPERVISOR
High School Principal
MILITARY OCCUPATION SPECIALTY (MOS) CODE :
None equivalent
