Lybrook Teacher K-1

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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