The role involves planning, executing, and evaluating instructional activities for students in a special education setting, with responsibilities extending beyond classroom instruction to include care and discipline of students.

• Assumes responsibility for the care, discipline and instruction of pupils and for all pupils of the school outside of class hours as assigned.
• Teaches in accordance with the abilities and achievements of the pupils assigned in his or her classes, and in conformance with the district philosophy, goals and objectives.
• Enforces all rules governing the conduct of pupils as prescribed by law or district policy.
• Maintains hygienic conditions and practices in the classroom and reports any accidents or illnesses promptly.
• Uses the grading system and reports pupil progress and achievements as prescribed.
• Participates in the teacher evaluation agreement as adopted by the Board.
• Acts and speaks with high ethical standards in relationships with parents, pupils, and colleagues.
• Endeavors to grow professionally through knowing pupils, parents, and the community.
• Coordinates in-service education committee work and utilizes supervisory services.
• Keeps informed concerning new developments in education.
• Requisitions, cares for, and protects school property efficiently.
• Informs the principal concerning matters affecting school policies and programs.
• Attends regularly scheduled meetings called by the principal or superintendent.
• Keeps records requested for educational inventory and follows attendance procedures.

• Valid California Teaching Credential authorizing service for the assigned subject(s) and/or class.
• Bachelor’s degree, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements.
• Practice teaching and/or necessary teaching experience to meet credential requirements.
• Appearance, grooming, and personality which establish a desirable example for pupils.
• Ability to meet district standards for physical and mental health.
• Better than average recommendations from student teaching supervisors or other professionals.
• Authorization in Mild/Moderate is required.
• A complete application packet is required for consideration, including appropriate subject area credential and EL Authorization.