Job Description

Delivers a balanced program of instruction to a class when the assigned instructor is unavailable.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Instructs students during school.

• Implements and modifies both group and individual lesson plans for instructional experiences for students in accordance with established curriculum.

• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations.

• Instructs students utilizing a variety of classroom methods, adapting methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities, and IEPs.

• Works with classroom teacher assistants and supports staff to implement teacher’s lesson plans.

• Implements behavioral protocols; observes and evaluates student behavior, performance, social development, and physical health.

• Maintains positive professional communications with parents, guardians, administration, and colleagues regarding progress and concerns.

• Provides close supervision of students in all settings, including the playground.

• In applicable classrooms, assigns and grades class work and homework as needed and may administer and grade tests.

• In applicable classrooms, complies with applicable policies and procedures for a youth physical intervention (personal restraint) in the event of emergency safety situations.

• In applicable classrooms, demonstrates a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning.

• In applicable classrooms, incorporates social skills instruction into daily classroom activities.

• In applicable classrooms, assists children with self-help skills to include dressing, diapering, toileting, and eating.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska.

• Ability to deliver instruction in an effective and efficient manner.

• Ability to modify or adapt general education curriculum.

• Ability to maintain a high level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development.

• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning.

• Ability to demonstrate concern and respect for individual students.

• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Must possess a commitment to and ability to work with boys and girls with special academic and emotional needs.

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