Primary Purpose: To facilitate the teaching and learning process within a positive learning environment (in-person, distance and/or virtual) so that students acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for them to become responsible, contributing adults in a democratic society.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Management
- Implement federal, state, and district guidelines determining and providing supports to students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
- Enhance the academic growth of students using effective teaching practices as utilized in the instructional model.
- Guide the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum and IEP goals.
- Employ the instructional methods and resources that are most appropriate for meeting student needs.
- Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the time designated.
- Collect data and monitor student progress on a regular basis, and provide progress reports as required.
- Have knowledge of learning disabilities and seek the assistance of district specialists on a regular basis.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
- Counsel with colleagues, students and/or parents regarding student achievement and the instructional program.
- Provide in-person and/or virtual classroom management using reasonable rules and regulations.
School/Organizational Climate
- Create an in-person and/or virtual classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
- Implement the LCISD philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
- Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Uphold and enforce school rules according to administrative regulations and Board Policies.
Personnel Management
- Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s), and collaborate with department heads and/or grade level leaders, evaluate their job performance.
- Work collaboratively with administrators to oversee the responsibilities of the paraprofessional in implementing student programs.
- Provide training for paraprofessionals regarding data collection, and implementation of specific instructional strategies.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
- Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for Special Education.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and related service staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible students.
Professional Growth and Development
- Attend district required and job specific trainings and staff development.
- Accept responsibility for professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
- Attend staff development as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent.
- Stay current on Special Education laws and information through research and readings.
School/Community Relations
- Be available in-person, by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students and/or parents.
- Communicate with students and parents on a regular basis via phone, video conference, email, or district-approved website.
- Make provisions for being available to students and parents for educationally related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
Other
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Attendance at work is an essential function.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as assigned
- Supervise students
Working Conditions: Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to concentrate (detailed work), communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures and data; reason, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, read, coordinate district functions, compile, compute, instruct, maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds), pushing, reaching above shoulders, use of fingers, walking, standing, kneeling, repeated bending, sitting, climbing (stairs), balancing, stooping, crouching, pulling, pushing, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speech, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, outside and inside, temperature extremes, humidity extremes, noise, microwaves, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces, sunlight exposure, working with hands in water, works around moving objects or vehicles, works alone, frequent prolonged or irregular hours.
