Frontline Applicant Tracking - Longview Independent School District

Openings as of 3/31/2025

Life Skills Teacher Elementary

JobID: 665

Position Type:
  Special Education/Life Skills Teacher Elementary


Date Posted:
  12/9/2024


Location:
  Bramlette STEAM Academy


  PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth; enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:
 Specific knowledge of subjects assigned
 General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
 Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
 Strong organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Experience:
At least one year of field experience (student teaching) or approved internship

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1.Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculumprogram and show written evidence of preparation as required
2.Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency,board policies, and administrative regulations
3. Support the IB philosophy in the classroom
4. Attend IB PYP required trainings
5. Develop unit planners for IB units of inquiry
6. Present subject matter based on the IB Standards and Practices
7. Plan collaboratively with other PYP teachers
8. Incorporate the IB Learner Profile and internationalism in all lessons
9. Adhere to the IB mission statement
10. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
11. Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities
12. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
13. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
14. Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s)
15. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
16. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits
17. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing
18. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
19. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district
20. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
21. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
22. Provide or supervise personal care to include diapering and other essential needs, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP
23. Work cooperatively with general education teachers to provide TEKS based instruction in the inclusion setting
24. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
25. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
26. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers
27. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members
28. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
29. Participate in the district staff development program
30. Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement
31. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
32. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required
33. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
34. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
35. Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures
36. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
37. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)
38. Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
39. Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) as required

EQUIPMENT USED:
Copier, personal computer and appropriate software, typewriter, printer, calculator, fax machine and audio-visual equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate district-wide curriculum functions; interpret policy, procedures, and data
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent/prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, pushing, twisting, lifting, carrying; moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer terminal possible; occasional district-wide travel; occasional state-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus; 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.


Attachment(s):
• Teacher - Life Skills Special Education.pdf



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