Starting Salary:
Teacher Salary Scale + Approved Stipend(s)

Resource/Inclusion - $2,500

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Job Description: Teacher - Special Education
PROFILE OF A LIBERTY HILL EDUCATOR
Liberty Hill ISD Educators are compassionate leaders, effective collaborators, adaptable thinkers,
determined problem-solvers, and skilled communicators.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in
academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting
teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual
students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to
students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc…
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification
● Texas State Certification.
● Texas State Certification in Special Education.
● Bachelor’s from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related discipline
applicable to teaching assignment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
● Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as
differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
● Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
● Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning
experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
● Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.
Job Title: Teacher - Special Education FLSA: Exempt
Reports to: Principal Funding Source: Special Education
Dept/Campus: Assigned Campus Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale
Date Revised: August 2023 Service Calendar: 187

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Job Description: Teacher - Special Education
● Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
● Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
● Ability to organize and coordinate work.
● Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
● Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
● Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in
the course of work.
● Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the
educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by
conducting research.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
● Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district goals and
objectives and aligned to individual student educational plans.
● Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small
group instruction, and student learning.
● Develop Individual Education Plans based on students' progress, and current levels of
academic and functional performance.
● Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to
fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual
and small group instruction as needed.
● Represents the district in ARD meetings as case manager for students.
● Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters
specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of
the school system.
● Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and
reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district
procedures and applicable laws.
● Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective
communication with students and parents.
● Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district
policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a
functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
● Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate
and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
● Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and
equipment and maintains inventory records.
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.

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Job Description: Teacher - Special Education
● Supervises students in activities that take place outside of the classroom during the school
day, including activities involving school transportation.
● Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
● Establishes and maintains consistent and positive communication with families.
● Creates student and staff (teacher and aide) schedules that support students Schedule of
Services.
● Supervises aides in the classroom setting.
● Teach students all necessary curriculum and skills.
● Assist students with physical/medical needs such as feeding, lifting, toileting, and personal
hygiene as needed.
● Assist students with emotional/behavioral needs.
● Monitor student behavior and maintain classroom discipline as necessary, including
intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive and/or dangerous student behavior
as needed.
● Work collaboratively to improve programs.
● Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District
performance.
● Interact positively with employees and the community to provide needed information and to
promote the District in a favorable manner
● Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Equipment
● Uses standard office equipment such as LHISD computers, printers, copiers, and
telephone.
Travel Requirements
● Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
MENTAL/PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
● Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional
equipment.
● Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping,
pushing/pulling, and twisting.
● Motion: Frequent walking.
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.

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Job Description: Teacher - Special Education
● Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students
with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non ambulatory
students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged
or irregular hours.
● Environment: Exposure to biological hazards.
● Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties,
responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all
functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Employee Name (printed):________________________________________________________________
Employee Signature:___________________________________________ Date:_____________________
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All LHISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee
and student information.

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