Elementary Special Education Teacher
JOB GOAL: To teach students in a manner that they can apply the knowledge and skill
required for College and Career Readiness in accordance with the Mississippi Framework and
Common Core Curriculum.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Students and their learning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
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Teachers reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to students in a classroom, utilizing the course of study required by the Mississippi Frameworks and Common Core.
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Implements the strategies outlined by the district.
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Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
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Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
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Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, cooperative learning, lecture, discovery, etc.
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Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
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Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
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Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports
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Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program
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Identifies student need and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems
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Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
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Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities
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Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with state/district guidelines
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Supervises students in out of classroom activities during the day and on all field lessons
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Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state/district testing programs
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Participates in Professional Learning Communities, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities
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Uses student data to guide instruction and professional development
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Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Experience preferred but not required. Possession of (or eligible for) a valid regular Mississippi teaching certificate (Special Education Endorsment)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
187 Days
