NOTRE DAME OF DALLAS SCHOOLS

Teacher Job Description

Notre Dame School, recognizing that each person is created in the image of God, educates students with developmental disabilities and facilitates their integration into society.

Purpose: To provide appropriate educational, vocational, and independent living skills training that is designed to enhance student functioning, build confidence, and develop responsibility in each and every student. Notre Dame School educates students ages 6-21 with mild to moderate developmental disabilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop an annual IEP and, Transition Plan as appropriate, based on level of functioning, student need and parental input
• Choose objectives and activities, in the subject area assigned, appropriate to the age and functioning level of the students
• Develop lesson plans describing weekly activities designed to address specific objectives as outlined in the student’s Individual Education Plan for physical education
• Supervise students to maximize their participation in the class
• Show evidence of preparation by having appropriate materials/supplies available for activities and by planning for the maximum participation of assistants and volunteers assigned to the class.
• Maintain a favorable, positive climate for learning this includes a clean and orderly classroom that is attractive and educational in nature.
• Maintain records of the activities and the student’s quarterly progress, based on a minimum of three assessments per nine-week period.
• Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings to discuss student needs, concerns etc.
• Consider individual student needs in developing and maintaining reasonable rules of classroom behavior.
• Develop individual behavior plans as needed
• Treat the students with respect and dignity and assist them to develop the skills needed to participate fully in their community.
• Participate in workshops/seminars (minimum 8 hours a year) to meet personal and professional goals mutually determined by teacher and principal.
• Perform all required school routines and responsibilities on time.
• Exercise professional judgment in absences from work – be on time.
• Act in a professional and confidential manner when dealing with parents, administration, and co-workers.
• Work to develop and maintain a positive school environment for staff and students alike.
• Implement the philosophy of a Catholic, Christian education through instruction and action.
• All Upper- school teachers are expected to go off campus to job sites and/or CBI

Supervision:

The teacher reports directly to the principal but is expected to work cooperatively with the Department Head.  She/he is responsible for the supervision of the students assigned to her/him on the daily schedule. She is also responsible for providing supervision and an explanation of the activities to the teacher assistants and volunteers that are assigned to his/her classes. Students are supervised at all times.

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a minimum of 12 hours in education (special education certification is preferred)
• Experience working with children and the ability to communicate with and motivate them to reach their full potential
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work well with other staff and volunteers- a team player
• Knowledge and use of good behavior management strategies

Compensation

Salary range based on qualifications. Benefits package includes employee health, dental, and vision plans, 401K.  Paid time off to include all school holidays and the month of July. 

How to apply.

Qualified candidates may submit their resume and cover letter to Dr. Caroline O’Brien at cobrien@notredameschool.org

About Notre Dame School of Dallas

Notre Dame School, recognizing that each person is created in the image of God, educates students with developmental disabilities and facilitates their integration into society. Notre Dame School is in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas and currently serves 160 students with developmental disabilities, ages 6 – 21.