Special Education Teacher - (CANS-Complex Access Needs Services)(23-24)
Full Time
Waller, TX 77484
Posted
Job description
Waller High School (Grades 9-12)
Special Education Teacher (CANS - Complex Access Needs Services)
DESCRIPTION:
CANS services are designed for students K-12 who have significant cognitive, adaptive behavior, social, communication, and curriculum access needs. Students require intensive specialized instruction within a special education self-contained setting with continued access to inclusive opportunities. Students requiring CANS support often have a greater need for instruction designed to address significant academic and functional needs. Students access the curriculum through modifications or pre-requisite skills.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for special education services. Complete all district, state and federal paperwork required under IDEA, within the district's timeline. Implement an instructional program for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills. Collaborate with campus staff, related service providers and district special education administrative staff to provide an appropriate education for eligible students. Communicate with campus staff, district special education staff and parents/guardians information pertaining to student’s ARD paperwork, IEP’s and general progress. Develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives as indicated on student’s IEP. Retain all appropriate documentation regarding skills development and progress reporting. Complete state assessment for eligible students. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student’s progress and needs/concerns. Oversee the responsibilities of the paraprofessionals within the CANS Program. As applicable to student needs, provide care for students as related to hygiene, toileting and nourishment. Attend workshops/meetings as needed.
Education / Training / Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
- Appropriate Texas teaching certificate (e.g. Special Education EC-12), grade-appropriate generalist/core certificate, and grade-appropriate ESL certificate
SALARY / WORK DAYS:
Waller ISD Teacher pay scale and special education stipend (pay scale may be found at
www.wallerisd.net
– click on ‘Employment’)
TO APPLY: Apply online (
https://wallerisd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
)
START DATE: As soon as possible
POSTING DATE: 4/25/2023
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
- Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.
In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district’s Title IX coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.
Primary Location
Waller High School
Salary Range
$58,000.00 / Per Year
Shift Type
Full-Time
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