Behavior Support

Summary:

The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), is responsible for the

instruction of all areas of Exceptional Student Education in a classroom setting.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

 Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and

predictable pattern of attendance.

 Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.

 Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.

 Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and

responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:

 Designs and implements appropriate Specially Designed Instruction, accommodations, and

supports assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.

 Develops and implements Individual Educational Plans (IEP) plans for students to include present

levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives,

and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.

 Creates a positive educational climate for students with disabilities to learn in an atmosphere of

respect and rapport.

 Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to

meet their Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.

 Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student

assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.

 Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management

strategies, implementing positive behavior supports and evidence-based interventions, and

invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.

 Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and

encourages parental involvement.

 Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect

equipment, materials, and facilities.

 Provides oversite to paraprofessionals

 Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, data and full time

equivalency (FTE) documentation.

 Attends workshops and trainings to continue to build in Exceptional Student Education

knowledge and skills.

 Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.

 Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as

determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:

Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written

form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects

and uses appropriate communication methods.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and

apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays

understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making

process. Makes timely decisions.

Achievement Focus: Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and

overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standards of excellence. Recognizes and acts on

opportunities. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for

additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an

organized manner.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and

does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual

orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and

spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional

Student Education preferred. Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.

Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or

complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively

presents to managers, the public, and school board.

Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference,

and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions,

percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in

situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished

in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling,

handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity 3 moderate.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted beforethis deadline.

Please carefullyread all emails received to determine the status of your application submission.

Not Currently an Employee of our district?

• If you are seeking employment with Hillsborough County Public Schools.

Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools?

• Eligible employees can find and apply for positions on the new employee experience on the Infor System (GHR Employee Space).

All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the Opportunities Link in Infor.

Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position.

Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility.

Please review the job description for each job BEFORE applying. Each job description contains the required qualifications needed for the position.

Job description search: https://www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/jobdescrs

If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact Application Services at 813-840-7181.

You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY AFTER, applying for any opening.

(Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer [same job at a different location])

Salary Schedules

Our district salary schedules are available at: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/page/welcome-to-hcps-employment

- HCPS Hiring Guidelines for Applicants with Criminal Disclosures Click HERE to view information regarding Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness (AHCA)