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Special Education Teacher (Possibly Life Skills)

Special Education Teacher (Possibly Life Skills)****Primary Purpose:****Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.****Qualifications:****Education/Certification:****Bachelor’s degree from accredited university****Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment****Special Knowledge/Skills:****Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area****Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation****Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs****Effective communication skills****Experience:****Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience****Major Responsibilities and Duties:****Instructional Strategies**1. **Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

  1. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  2. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
  3. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
  4. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
  5. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
  6. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.****Student Growth and Development**8. **Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  7. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
  8. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
  9. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.****Classroom Management and Organization**12. **Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  10. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
  11. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
  12. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  13. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.****Other**17. **Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
  14. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
  15. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
  16. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
  17. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
  18. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
  19. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.****Supervisory Responsibilities:****Direct the work of instructional aide(s).****Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:****Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment****Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting****Motion: Frequent walking****Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours****Environment: Exposure to biological hazards****Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Substitute Cafeteria Worker

This position will provide temporary assistance in the Ranger ISD cafeteria, on an as needed basis.

Substitute Day Care Provider

This position will provide temporary assistance in the Lil' Bulldog Daycare, on an as needed basis.

Director of Bands

Director of Bands

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the instrumental music and band program at assigned the campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular band. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Demonstrated competency in instrumental music

Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing band

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to interpret data

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship and band directing experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Direct instrumental performers, including marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and

ensembles.

2. Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in band.

3. Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, and UIL.

4. Support band booster club activities.

5. Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

6. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

7. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special

education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

8. Work with other member of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods

according to district requirements.

9. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program

effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

Student Growth and Development

10. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

11. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

12. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

13. Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

14. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

16. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Budget and Inventory

17. Develop and administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.

18. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.

19. Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.

20. Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment.

21. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Professional Growth and Development

22. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

23. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

24. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the band area.

Personnel Management

25. Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant band directors.

Other

26. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitor the performance of assistant band director.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking/marching

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments

Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel