Special education Jobs in San Antonio, TX

Job Title : Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Reports to : Principal

Dept. / School : Menchaca Early Childhood Center

Wage / Hour Status : Exempt

Pay Grade : Teacher Pay Scale / 187 Days

Date Revised : 11 / 18 / 2020

Primary Purpose :

The ECSE teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject areas assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. ECSE teachers work with students in special education maintaining a quality instruction program. Work with administrators, classroom teachers, and district instructional support staff to plan and implement instruction, enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certification with Special Education and Early Childhood endorsements

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Excellent presentation skills, interpersonal skills, organization skills, and time management skills

Ability to work independently and efficiently to complete time sensitive matters

Dynamic team skills required in order to work collaboratively and productively with employees, students, parents

Experience :

At least one year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

General

• Demonstrates thoroughness, reliability and a high degree of accuracy in performing work assignments.
• Works cooperatively with others and maintains a positive attitude in the work environment.
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgment in problem solving and decision-making.
• Reports promptly and maintains good attendance.
• Uses time productively on the job.
• Follows district policies, rules and regulations.
• Accepts supervisory direction.
• Strives to improve job skills.
• Demonstrates tact, courtesy and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students, parents, and visitors in the district.

Instructional Strategies

Student Growth and Development

Classroom Management and Organization

Communication

Professional Growth and Development

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s), if any.

Working Conditions :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress. Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written), interpret policies and procedures, reason, read, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, coordinate, compile, and instruct. Frequent standing, stooping, and bending. Ability to lift and / or carry moderate weight (15-44 pounds), sit, stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, reach, repetitive hand motions, hear, speak and move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, or other classroom equipment.