TEACHER: SPECIAL EDUCATION CROSS CAT

Albuquerque Public Schools - Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Albuquerque, NM

Educational Services

About the position

The Special Education Cross Cat Teacher is responsible for creating a flexible learning environment that fosters personal growth and development in students with diverse needs. This role involves planning and implementing individualized educational programs, guiding students towards achieving curriculum goals, and maintaining effective communication with students and their families. The teacher will also assess student progress and collaborate with other staff to support students' educational and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Cooperates in the development and implementation of the district program of instruction.
• Plans and implements a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for lessons.
• Employs instructional methods and materials appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Establishes and maintains standards of appropriate student behavior and discipline.
• Evaluates the learning progress of students on a regular basis.
• Prescribes effective learning programs and initiates referrals to appropriate personnel when concerns arise.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students and provides progress reports as required.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Selects and requests appropriate books and instructional materials, maintaining required inventory records.
• Provides directions and materials for substitute teachers and supervises classroom aides and volunteers.
• Cooperates with staff in assessing and helping students with health, attitude, learning, and behavioral problems.
• Participates in all IEP meetings and ensures educational goals of the IEP are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Current New Mexico teaching certificate endorsed in the area(s) to be taught.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision making, and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies, and child abuse/neglect.
• Knowledge of all laws, regulations, and guidelines affecting teachers and students.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members, and staff.