Support Specialist Special Education, VIRTUAL PATHWAYS

QUALIFICATIONS: • Master's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or univeristy; • Certification in special education; • Valid Texas Administrator's certification' • Minimum of four (4) years of sucessfull experience as a classroom teacher; • Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, and cooperating with others. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Probationary/Term Contract: 193 days SALARY: $66,267 (IA-3) Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Collaborate with general and special education teachers, school administrators, and parents to provide educational support for students with disabilities. • Serve as a liaison between the campus and district. • Provide technical assistance to instructional staff concerning the teaching/learning process. • Mentor teachers in implementing individual student accommodations and modifications as designed by IEP committees. • Collaborate with teachers and assistant principals in designing effective behavioral and academic interventions for students. • Schedule staffings to support and resolve student, teacher, or parental concerns. • Serve as an administrative representative for IEP meetings, as requested by the campus principal. • Assist with organizing the state assessment process for students receiving special education services. • Monitor progress of the implementation of the STAAR-Alternative. • Attend regularly scheduled special education staff meetings. • Keep abreast of current issues and methodologies on progamming models in educating students with disabilities. • Collect data on student progress and ensure data is reflectied in online data management system as required. • Perform other duties as assigned • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function. WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of a mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Frequent district-wide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress APPLICATION INFORMATION: Applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job