Special Education SDI Resource English or Math/Inclusion Teacher

Lewisville Independent School District - Lewisville, TX

Full-time

Remote - Lewisville, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Special Education SDI Inclusion/Resource Teacher is responsible for providing students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in core academic subjects to help them reach their full potential in intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. This role is crucial in enabling students to develop the competencies and skills necessary to function successfully in society. The teacher will work closely with students, parents, and other staff members to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process, ensuring that each student's unique needs are met. The teacher will implement accommodations using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework and employ evidence-based strategies to address the academic, social, or behavioral needs of students across various school settings. Regular updates to documentation for data tracking, IEP goals, and minutes are essential to monitor student progress effectively. Instruction will be designed based on data analysis to meet individual needs, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media tailored to the capabilities of each student. In addition to teaching, the Special Education Teacher will conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through both formal and informal testing, engage students in discussions about their progress, and create a classroom environment conducive to learning. Managing student behavior, including intervening in crisis situations and administering discipline as necessary, is a critical aspect of this role. The teacher will also consult with classroom teachers regarding behavior management according to IEPs and provide flexible academic and behavioral supports across multiple classrooms and subject areas. Maintaining open communication with parents, students, and colleagues is vital, as is participating in staff development activities to enhance job-related skills. The teacher must comply with all federal, state, district, and school regulations and standards for professional conduct, while respecting cultural and linguistic diversity. This position requires a commitment to ongoing professional development and collaboration with other educators to ensure the best outcomes for students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement accommodations through the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework.
• Implement evidence-based strategies across school settings to address academic, social, or behavioral needs of student.
• Update documentation for data tracking, IEP goals, and minutes.
• Design instruction to meet individual needs based on data analysis.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Implement district approved curriculum across school settings.
• Implement co-teaching models across school settings when serving in general education settings.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Engage students in data conversations on their progress.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Provide flexible academic and behavioral supports in multiple classrooms, in multiple subject areas, and for multiple students.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Follow Special Education Program Guide based on your assigned teaching position.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies and standards for professional conduct for special education teachers.
• Respect cultural and linguistic diversity.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and district teacher professional learning opportunities.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• 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.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.