Spanish Teacher

This position reports to the school principal, and is responsible for providing standards based instruction to students who are visually impaired, and who may have other disabilities, on an individual and group basis; instructs in grade level and modified content standards; utilizes Tennessee State Standards and benchmarks in establishing instructional goals; and provides assessments that measure whether students meet standards.

We will consider all appropriate content certified teachers for this position, and will allow time for individuals to obtain a Teacher of the Visually Impaired endorsement.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs work associated with standards-based student instruction: prepares lesson plans, adapts instructional materials, develops input for and presents daily instructional/learning activities based upon the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and under the direction of the Principal, maintains a positive classroom environment utilizing appropriate classroom management, keeps students on task and engaged in learning.

• Demonstrates knowledge/skill in the areas of: data collection, task analysis, progress monitoring, daily living skills, assessment, behavior management, organization / planning, curriculum development, current technology practices relative to students who have vision loss, and parent relations and teamwork.

• Coordinates data collection and reporting.

• Works as part of an education / assessment team responsible for identifying, developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating individual objectives for assigned students.

• Coordinates effectively with other service staff in providing student instruction, strategic planning, and positively contributing to co-curricular activities.

• Positively serves as a team member; and participates in regular team and departmental meetings, school and instructional meetings as required.

• Provides parent consultation; participates in selected parent-focused activities, etc.

• Participates in activities related to professional development and training/workshops as appropriate.

• Plans and/or chaperones on and off-campus activities, appointments, programs and field trips.

• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Education from an accredited college or university.

• Must hold or be eligible for appropriate educator licensure in the State of Tennessee.

• Subject area endorsement in Spanish, certified or willing to become certified as a TVI within 5 years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Tennessee state standards, program development, classroom resource management, and student/personal scheduling for students with visual impairments, including those with multiple disabilities.

• Knowledge of and ability to assess and apply technology to perform the requirements of the position; ability to effectively utilize a variety of computer software applications, which may include but is not limited to e-mail, Internet, word processing, electronic calendar, presentation development, spreadsheet, database, etc.; willingness to stay current and develop skills as needed with or without direct support from TSB.

• Knowledge of and ability to effectively adapt and apply teaching skills, classroom management and lesson preparation to a technology rich environment, which may include but is not limited to on-site classroom, telepresence, and multiple distance education technologies and delivery modes; ability to effectively implement technology necessary to model, teach, and assist students relative to classroom instruction and activities.

• Ability to respond effectively and positively to feedback.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others and participate effectively in a team setting.

• Strong, positive interpersonal skills.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Selected applicants must verify experience/highest degree held.

• Direct deposit of paycheck on a 12 month schedule is required.

• TSB is a non-smoking facility in its entirety.

• Selected applicant must comply with the State of Tennessee Employee Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and other policies.

• As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States.

• Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a TBI/FBI background check, to include Tennessee and Federal criminal history checks, child abuse records, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.

Background Verification

Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a TBI/FBI fingerprinting, to include Tennessee and Federal criminal history checks, child abuse records, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.

**Please note that, due to the position being at a school, any discrepancies in the fingerprinting report will result in the candidate being disqualified from consideration.