Assoc. Professor - Special Education jobs in Tampa, FL

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Teacher

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time –Faculty Position

REPORTS TO: Administration

DEPT: Pathways School of Excellence

POSITION SUMMARY

This position exists to perform specialized work in assisting with services for Pathways School of
Excellence, providing for the care and well-being of students. Duties are performed under the general
supervision of administrators. Performance is evaluated through observation of work, and/or periodic
conferences, critiques, records, and reports. The teacher must maintain a close, personal walk with Jesus
Christ as evidenced by his/her example and spiritual leadership among peers and with students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)

A. Instructional Process

● Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to Pathways School of Excellence's
philosophy, goals, and objectives.
● Utilizes the foundations of UDL and the conceptual framework of DI.
● Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and
maximize time on task.
● Plans and implements a program of study designed to meet the individual needs of students.
● Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate
teaching strategies.
● Encourages student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study
habits.
● Provides progress and interim reports as required.
● Prepares substitute folder containing appropriate information as requested by the building
principal.
● Plans and prescribes purposeful assignments for professional teaching assistants, tutors, and
volunteers as needed.
● Recognizes learning problems and makes referrals as appropriate.
● Demonstrates a strong grasp of the subject matter.
● Uses effective oral and written expression.

B. Curriculum Development

● Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this
knowledge for the continual improvement of the school’s curriculum.
● Assists in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of
study.
● Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
● Become acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular
classroom activities.

C. Classroom Management

● Develops, in accordance with Pathways School of Excellence guidelines, reasonable rules of
classroom behavior and appropriate discipline techniques that are consistently applied.
● Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and
facilities.
● Share responsibility during the school day for supervision of students in all areas of the school.

D. Public Relations

● Upholds and enforces Pathways School of Excellence policy, administrative procedures, and
school rules and regulations; and is supportive of them to the public.
● Maintains appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate
use of conference and planning time.
● Strives to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and
deed.
● Works cooperatively with parents to strengthen the educational program for their children.
● Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with other staff.

E. Professional Growth

● Continues professional growth through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or
advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning.
● Maintains membership in at least one professional organization.
● Cooperates with the administration in planning appropriate in-service training programs on a
building or district level.
● Attends staff, department, and committee meetings as required.

F. Student Evaluation

● Evaluates the accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment
methods such as teacher-made tests, samples of students’ work, mastery skills checklists,
criterion-referenced tests, and norm-referenced tests.

● Make appropriate adjustments in the instructional program based on assessed results.
● Performs duties necessary to maintain the accountability required for the instructional program
and as required by the Director.
● Respects the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and
teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.
● Performs other duties as assigned.
● Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
● Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts, and agencies in providing services to
students.
● Ability to develop concepts and ideas and relate both in oral and written form.
● Knowledge of child development.
● Ability to administer testing instruments as required.
● Must possess strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work cooperatively and
collaboratively with students, teams, and groups.
● Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.
● Bilingual/bi-literate/ASL preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Requires sitting and some standing, walking, and moving about to coordinate work. Requires
face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative
communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones, and computers. Requires coordination of
work tasks to establish priorities, set goals, and meet deadlines. Requires work with students, internal
and external contacts, and with the public.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Must be Certified, Qualified,
and Highly Qualified as defined by the Course Code(s) assigned by the Florida Department of Education.