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 in education from an 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 effective behavioral practices for students with emotional/behavioral problems
Knowledge of special needs of students specific to behavior
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:

Minimum of 3 years successful Special Education teaching experience (preferred)

Work Schedule:    187 Days

Salary:    MISD Teacher Hiring Schedule / Stipend $1000
Screenings may begin 5 school days from date posted.  Position will remain posted until filled.