Certified Special Education Teacher

Job Description

_ Job Status: Please note that this is a general posting for current and potential future opportunities. At this time, there may or may not be a vacancy. We are collecting applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply. Your application will be reviewed and considered for any opportunity that matches your skills and experience. Please be aware that you may not receive communication regarding next steps until an aligned opportunity becomes available. We appreciate your interest in the role and KIPP Texas. _

** JOB DESCRIPTION:
About The Role: **Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP Texas Public Schools plays a critical role in ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for their students and their families, working tirelessly to ensure that our students have access to opportunity. In our classrooms and across the KIPP family we embrace, honor and celebrate our differences across several characteristics that construct our unique identities in our little and big KIPPsters. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our families and KIPPsters.

As a KIPP Texas Public Schools Teacher, your core responsibilities include:

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Delivery and Assessment
● Provide modifications and accommodations as stated on the student’s IEP.
● Write IEPs with appropriate data on student performance for all students on caseload.
● Facilitate ARD meetings for students on their caseloads.
● Seek out present levels of performance from general education teachers and related service providers.
● Instructionally plan and teach in deficit areas (reading, writing, math); provide optimal learning environment for students with special needs.

● Provide support to general education teachers with modifications and accommodations and ensure services are being provided in the classroom setting.

Academic and Cultural Support
● Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
● Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect.
● Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties.
● Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
● Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences.
● Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

_ QUALIFICATIONS: _
● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
● Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
● Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable*
● Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable
*A valid Texas Teacher’s certificate is required for all Pre-K4 and Special Education teaching positions. Proof of licensure will be required prior to starting employment. For more information about obtaining certification click here.

COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:
● Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community
● Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities
● Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year
● Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback
● Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students

_ QUALIFICATIONS: _
● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
● Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
● Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable*
● Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable
*A valid Texas Teacher’s certificate is required for all Pre-K4 and Special Education teaching positions. Proof of licensure will be required prior to starting employment. For more information about obtaining certification click here.

COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:
● Unwavering commitment to KIPP Texas mission, students, families, and community
● Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with students in educationally underserved communities
● Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum and commit to an extended school day, week, and year
● Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional; offer and receive constructive feedback
● Willingness to be flexible and to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students

Additional Information

_ What We Bring to the Table: _

● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
● Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
● Paid family leave.
● Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
● Employee assistance programs.
● KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance.

_ EEO: _
KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.

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