Purpose: The Certified Teacher aids in the development and implementation of the IEP, aids in the training of Teacher’s Assistants and provides feedback as necessary, works directly with students in order to help them attain and maintain the skills necessary to achieve maximum functional independence, supports and promotes the rights of the students, and functions effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. The Certified Teacher works in-ratio with students, leads small-group lessons, and completes administrative tasks out of ratio.
Essential Functions: The following tasks must be performed by all staff members in this job category.
- Basic Responsibilities
- Follow ATC Policies and Procedures
- Adhere to universal precautions and blood-borne pathogen standards
- Use the least restrictive methods necessary to maintain the safety of the student, self, and others
- Communicate appropriately with students, caregivers, coworkers, and supervisors
- Follow the basic principles of applied behavior analysis
- Conduct direct teaching with students, including functional academics, communication, social interaction, community integration, recreational skills, vocational skills, and daily living skills
- Oversee the instruction provided by Teacher’s Assistants and provide training and performance feedback as necessary
- Implement the objectives and procedures identified in the Individual Education Plan, Behavior Intervention Plan, and other educational and behavioral protocols
- Oversee the Teacher’s Assistants implementation of educational and behavioral protocols and procedures and provide training and performance feedback as necessary
- Collect educational and behavioral data
- Oversee and review data collection by Teacher’s Assistants and provide training and performance feedback as necessary. Conduct IOA assessments.
- Ensure that the classrooms are visually stimulating, safe, and in compliance
- Complete required documentation in a timely manner (e.g., incident reports, injury reports, etc.)
- Assist with housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe, orderly environment
- Transport students to appointments and recreational activities
- Supervise meal and snack times
- Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled
- Administer medication under the approval and supervision of the nurse or the Education Coordinator
- Report hazardous equipment or conditions to the Safety Committee
- Report repair or maintenance needs to the Maintenance Coordinator
- Report student illness, injury, or medical concerns to the Nurse
- Report any indication of abuse or neglect to the QIDP
- Report behavioral occurrences or concerns to the Education Coordinator
- Participate in fire drills
- When out of ratio:
- Develop, review, update, and evaluate IEP goals and objectives, lesson plans, materials, activities, and schedules and progress notes for their students
- Maintain up-to-date programs and information in Catalyst
- Assign and report grades
- Track and report attendance
- Maintain a list of needed materials, submit purchase orders, and make classroom purchases
- Minimum Qualifications
- Certification in General Education K-12
- Certification in Special Education (preferred but not required)
- Hours
- Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
- Year-round
Occasionally (1 – 33% of the time)
- Lift and carry 40lbs – 80lbs while handling students
- Push a wheelchair holding a student whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds
- Engage in gross motor movements such as running and physically redirecting students whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds in order to maintain their safety and the safety of others. Moderate strength and stamina are required in emergency situations.
Frequently (34 – 66% of the time)
- Perform SAMA techniques with students whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds
Constantly (67 – 100% of the time)
- Engage in fine-motor movements such as grasping small objects
- Engage in gross-motor movements such as standing, walking, bending, and squatting in order to respond to the needs of the students
- Engage in the range of motion necessary to work and play with the students
- Engage in the range of motion necessary to assist with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, eating, and other personal care tasks
- Required Skills and Abilities
- Be able to read and write
- Be reliable with timeliness and attendance
- Work as an effective and productive member of a team
- Be receptive and responsive to feedback from coworkers and supervisors
- Provide an organized environment for safe and effective teaching and learning
- Provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for the students and their caregivers
- Work with students with Developmental Disabilities, academic deficits, and behavioral needs
- Communicate clearly and effectively within a team
- Exhibit patience and flexibility, maintain a positive attitude, and handle stressful situations appropriately
- Meet physical requirements in order to safely manage behavior and actively participate with students
- Respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations
- Maintain personal hygiene and care
- Required Licenses and Certifications
- Must have a current Special Education Certification.
- Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and SAMA certifications
- Maintain current Texas Driver’s License
- Maintain current automobile insurance
- Health and Safety Responsibilities
- Perform SAMA techniques as needed
- Perform CPR as needed
- Perform an abdominal thrust maneuver as needed
- Respond quickly to emergency and/or life-threatening situations
- Use of Tools and Equipment
- Staff must be able to safely complete the following tasks involving tools and equipment:
- Measure temperature using an ear thermometer
- Drive automobile or wheelchair-accessible van
- Assist with the use of Alternative and Augmentative Communication Devices
- Monitor fire alarm devices
- Use computers, tablets, iPads, copy machines, and cell phones as needed
- Possible Safety and Health Risks
- Blood or bodily fluid exposure
- Slip or fall exposure
- Physical or verbal abuse exposure from students or their caregivers
- Exposure to muscle strain from lifting, stooping, reaching and twisting
Job Type: Full-time - Year-Round
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
- Special education: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Generalist Teaching Certification (K-12) (Required)
- Special Education Teaching Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Antonio, TX 78247: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person