Special Education Teacher - AABLE Classroom Specialist; Academic and Applied Behavior Learning

Special Education Teacher - AABLE Classroom Specialist (Academic and Applied Behavior Learning Environment) - School Year  (Anticipated Vacancies)

• Position Type:
  Certified Professional/ Professional (Non-Campus)
• Date Posted:
  1/8/2025

Job Title: Special Education Teacher – AABLE Classroom Specialist (Academic & Applied Behavior Learning Environment)

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Classification: Professional

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for New Hire Guide for Teachers + stipend

Contract: Probationary/Term

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose: Responsible for the instructional program and guidance of students identified as needing special education services.

Qualifications/Skills:
Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or Teaching Certificate from out of state appropriate for position.
• ESL Certification required during 1st year if it has not already been obtained.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.
• Must obtain Mandt Training Certification.
• Minimum of three years teaching experience in a self-contained classroom for students with Autism.

• Knowledge of structured teaching strategies specific to students with Autism.
• Extensive knowledge of effective instructional practices, including structured teaching for students with severe cognitive and other developmental disabilities.
• Extensive knowledge in developing and implementing effective behavior intervention plans for students with severe behavior concerns including principles of applied behavior analysis.
• Proficient in collecting data to establish strengths, needs, and goals for specially designed instruction based on enrolled grade level standards and functional needs, as well as progress monitoring.
• Physical capacity to lift, prompt, transfer and otherwise assist students with physical and behavioral disabilities (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs).
• Trained in de-escalation and restraint techniques as required by the district.
• Ability to physically manage secondary students.
• Experience with managing student safety with students exhibiting elopement.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the effective use of technology.
• Ability to work effectively with both adults and children.

• Adhere to the district's philosophy of instruction. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Participate in the identification/evaluation of learner competencies.
• Recommend appropriate goals/objectives for learner needs.
• Develop and write students' IEP's.
• Follow specific instructional objectives based on student's learning style.
• Implement new methodologies, philosophies and innovations.

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of school district.
• Assist with needs of students with physical disabilities.

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Attend required meetings and complete required reports.

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting…