Position Description

POSITION TITLE

K-1 Lybrook Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

K-8 NMPED License Must be able to start immediately Must Pass A Background Check Must hold a NMPED teaching license and proper state certification Current State of New Mexico teaching certificate in Special Education. Positive interpersonal skills. Demonstrated team building skills. Knowledge of the Special Education process and laws. Excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills, time management, and telephone skills. Computer skills and knowledge of assistive technology are desired.

REPORTS TO

Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Participate in curriculum review and design. Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives. Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner. Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading). Effectively implement district initiatives. Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations. Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation. Serve on committees as assigned. Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)

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