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Job Title: SPED Teacher - Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) / Structured Learning Classroom (SLC)Reports to: Campus PrincipalDept/School: Early Childhood SchoolWork Year: 184 daysBase Salary: Teacher Pay ScalePRIMARY PURPOSE:Provide students with disabilities appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them achieve educational progress related to their intellectual, communication, emotional, social, physical, and self-help skills. Develop modified curricula and other instructional materials to address each student's ability level.PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:Structured Learning Class (SLC):This instructional setting offers specially designed instruction for children with autism and/or other communication disorders who require support to build functional language and communication skills. The primary emphasis is on language/communication and behavioral needs at the preschool level with increased emphasis on academic support and functional routines at the elementary and middle school levels. The classroom environment is highly structured and incorporates positive behavior supports and instructional strategies in alignment with the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Students participate in activities with their non-disabled peers, as appropriate, to help generalize skills learned in the SLC classroom.QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from accredited universityValid Texas teaching certification (SPED, Core/Gen EC-6/PK, and ESL)Special Knowledge/Skills:Ability to effectively instruct students and manage their behaviorAbility to work with students with severe and/or multiple impairmentsExperience:Minimum of three years of special education teaching experience is preferredKnowledge and experience in working with students with emotional and behavioral challenges preferredMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Instructional Strategies:Collaborate with parents and other staff members to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through the ARD / IEP Committee process.Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the students' IEPs and reflect the district's established curriculum; demonstrate written evidence of preparation as required.Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles / needs, including activities, materials and equipment.Use technology (including assistive technology) to strengthen the teaching / learning process.Participate in ARD/IEP committee meetings on a regular basis.Plan and supervise assignments for teaching assistants and volunteers.Student Growth and Development:Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.Classroom Management and Organization:Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.Provide positive behavioral supports to manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Must be physically capable of implementing student restraint as a last resort for safety.Communication:Establish and maintain open communications by conducting conferences with parents, student, related service providers, principals and teachers.Use effective verbal and written communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.Other:Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required for District and TEA compliance.Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills.Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district and school regulations and policies related to the delivery of special education services.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervise assigned teaching assistant(s).OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.WORK RELATIONSHIPS:Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.WORKING CONDITIONS:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Physical demands include: frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and transferring students to and from wheelchairs, and assisting with positioning students with physical disabilities. Exposure to biological hazards.Application Deadline: July 3, 2025 (4:00 PM CDT)The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.Approved By: Pamela K. Linton, Ed.D.Chief Human Resources OfficerDate: 4/9/2025The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.