SCHOOL BOARD OF SAINT LUCIE COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION
Position No.
Salary Schedule
FLSA
JOB TITLE
52x____
Length of Work Year
10 Months
110
Date approved
8/26/97
Exempt
Date Revised
3/22/08
DEPARTMENT
REPORTS TO
Exceptional Student
Education Teacher
JOB GOALS
School Based
Principal
Teach efficiently and faithfully, employing approved methods and materials of instruction
prescribed to the exceptionality of each student and to help students learn subject matter and
skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1.
2.
Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Possess a Valid Florida teaching certificate or provide evidence of eligibility and meet the
No Child Left Behind Teacher Requirements.
3.
Good moral character.
4.
Ability to perform the functions of the position.
5.
Demonstrate knowledge of Special Education Theory and Practice.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
To maintain a valid Florida Teaching Certificate or endorsement in the area of Exceptional
Education taught.
2.
To use prescribed materials and methods in the efficient execution of his/her teaching duties
according to subject area or grade level to which assigned and implements the Individual
Education Plan or Educational Plan for each student served.
3.
To participate in staffing and IEP/EP meetings for exceptional students and to share with
their parents the educational and behavioral programs designed for each.
4.
To communicate with the parents of exceptional students, as needed, regarding academic
and behavioral progress, and inform parents of programs and services available.
5.
To work collaboratively with service providers who may be serving the medical, behavioral,
and mental health needs of the student.
6.
To prepare and maintain such records and reports as may be required by State and Federal
law, regulation of the State Board, School Board, or School Administration.
7.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the
maturity and interests of the students identified with exceptionalities.
8.
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of
immediate supervisor.
9.
To prepare and maintain such records and reports as may be required by state and federal
law, regulation of the state board, school board, or school administration.
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10.
To meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
11.
To employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the
physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals
or student groups involved.
12.
To guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals in conjunction
with the IEP/EP goals and objectives established for the student and to maintain clear
objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like and to communicate these objectives
and expectations to students.
13.
To strive to implement by instruction and action the districts philosophy or beliefs related to
the education for all students.
14.
To assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports
as required by the district and by their IEP/EP.
15.
To utilize a variety of teaching methods in helping students develop strategies or skills to
improve or advance their learning.
16.
To plan and delivers services for students enrolled in exceptional student education courses.
17.
To prepare and maintains confidential student records related to IEP/EP and progress
reports for Exceptional Education Students.
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To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
19.
To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality.
20.
To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent of Schools.
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