Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines and procedures Knowledge of curriculum and instruction Knowledge of subjects assigned, including current research Skill in effectively managing a classroom and student behavior Skill in communicating effectively with others Skill in modifying instruction for various student needs Skill in working with various forms of equipment including, but not limited to, personal computers, calculators, projectors, and printers Skill in working with computer tools, including but not limited to, email, internet, word processing and spreadsheets Skill in working in collaborative team-based environments Supervisory Responsibilities: None Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands): Maintain emotional control under stress; must be able to lift and/or carry at least 30 lbs. Major Responsibilities: Plan, develop, and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's instructional program and show written evidence of preparations as required; prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student abilities and learning styles; linguistically accommodate instruction as appropriate for English language learners; coordinate with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).