Exceptional Student Educator

About the Employer

Job Title

Teacher, Exceptional Student Education - ESE Resource

Location

North Port High School

Hours Per Day

7.5

Contract Months

10

Posted Date

[Date of posting]

Cutoff Date for Internal Qualified Candidates to be Guaranteed an Interview

September 28, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST

Salary Schedules

• Exceptional Student Education Teacher Salary Schedule: Instructional Cost Center: School-Based or District-Wide
• Salary Schedules: Paid consistent with the district's approved compensation plan.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid Florida Educator's Certificate in Exceptional Student Education and Endorsement, as required.
• Meet certification and highly qualified requirement for core content area(s), at appropriate level.

Ability to Design and Implement Educational Services for Exceptional Students

Ability to design and implement educational services for exceptional students.

Knowledge of Prescribed Curriculum and Research-Based Strategies

Knowledge of prescribed curriculum and research-based strategies for instructing students with varying learning abilities and styles.

Ability to Use Technology to Support Learning

Ability to use technology to support learning.

Ability to Effectively Assess Levels of Student Achievement, Analyze Data, and Prescribe Actions for Improvement

Ability to effectively assess levels of student achievement, analyze data, and prescribe actions for improvement.

Ability to Maintain Appropriate Student Supervision

Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision, so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.

Ability to Provide Specially Designed Instruction Specific to IEP Goals

Ability to provide specially designed instruction specific to IEP goals.

Reports To

Principal or Designee

Job Objective

• To serve as a case manager to support the implementation of the IEP processes in accordance with federal, state, and district regulations.
• To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth, and maturation in accordance with district philosophy, goals, and objectives.

Supervises

N/A

Develop Appropriate Quality Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), Including Determining Present Levels of Performance, Measurable Annual Goals, and Appropriate Classroom/Testing Accommodations

• Determine present levels of performance.
• Measureable annual goals with benchmarks and/or short-term objectives.
• Appropriate classroom/testing accommodations.

Collect and Monitor Appropriate and Aligned Student Performance Data to Include in Present Levels of Performance, Adjust Specially Designed Instruction, Identify IEP Goal Needs, and Report Student Progress Toward IEP Goals

• Collect and monitor student performance data.
• Adjust specially designed instruction based on student needs.
• Identify IEP goal needs.
• Report student progress toward IEP goals.

Collaborative Mindset for Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with General Education Teachers, Service Providers, and Other Staff

Collaborative mindset for building and maintaining positive relationships with general education teachers, service providers, and other staff.

Knowledge of Best Practices and Pedagogy for Individual Skill Acquisition for Students with Disabilities Learning Styles that Require Adaptations or Modifications to Instructional Delivery to Demonstrate Learning Gains

Knowledge of best practices and pedagogy for individual skill acquisition for students with disabilities learning styles that require adaptations or modifications to instructional delivery to demonstrate learning gains.

Active Participation in Professional Learning Related to Curriculum, Changes, or Needs Assessments within the District and a Willingness to Participate in and/or Develop Professional Learning Opportunities

Active participation in professional learning related to curriculum, changes, or needs assessments within the district and a willingness to participate in and/or develop professional learning opportunities.

Collaborate with General Education Teachers and Services Providers Regularly to Effectively Design Specially Designed Instruction and Least Restrictive Service Delivery Model

Collaborate with general education teachers and services providers regularly to effectively design specially designed instruction and least restrictive service delivery model.

Support General Education Teachers in Implementing Appropriate Accommodations or Strategies and Assist in Developing Appropriate Interventions for Students with Disabilities

Support general education teachers in implementing appropriate accommodations or strategies and assist in developing appropriate interventions for students with disabilities.

Coordinate to Assist in Scheduling and Facilitating IEP Meetings and Reevaluation Reviews with Parents and Appropriate School/Agency Personnel, Including Understanding and Explaining Procedural Safeguards

Coordinate to assist in scheduling and facilitating IEP meetings and reevaluation reviews with parents and appropriate school/agency personnel, including understanding and explaining procedural safeguards.

Participate in Eligibility Determination and Manifestation Determination Meetings, and in the Development of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Implementation of Behavior Improvement Plans (BIPs), as Requested

Participate in eligibility determination and manifestation determination meetings, and in the development of functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and implementation of behavior improvement plans (BIPs), as requested.

Serve as Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative, if Designated by Administrator

Serve as local education agency (lea) representative, if designated by administrator.

Demonstrate Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Implement All Requirements for Students with Disabilities

Demonstrate knowledge of the individuals with disabilities education act (idea) and implement all requirements for students with disabilities.

Plan and Deliver Meaningful, Engaging, and Differentiated Instruction Designed to Assist Students with Disabilities in Mastering State Standards

Plan and deliver meaningful, engaging, and differentiated instruction designed to assist students with disabilities in mastering state standards.

Create Real-Time Schedules for Paraprofessional Assigned to Your Students and Guide and Direct in the Provision of Instruction for Students in Your Classroom

Create real-time schedules for paraprofessional assigned to your students and guide and direct in the provision of instruction for students in your classroom.

Assist with Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities, Including Transition Assessment(s), Waivers, Deferrals, and Other Transition Procedures as Required

Assist with transition planning for students with disabilities, including transition assessment(s), waivers, deferrals, and other transition procedures as required.

Establish Short and Long-Range Goals Based on Student Needs, District and State Curriculum Requirements

Establish short and long-range goals based on student needs, district and state curriculum requirements.

Verify Attendance Rosters and Any Incidental Tasks Related to FTE as Required and Scheduled

Verify attendance rosters and any incidental tasks related to FTE as required and scheduled.

Assist ESE Instructional Facilitator and Administration to Create a Schedule to Support Providing IEP Services

Assist with the completion of a data collection form upon initial scheduling and any change to the schedule to ensure student schedules reflect services listed on the IEP.

Maintain a Positive, Collaborative, Organized and Safe Learning Environment

Maintain a positive, collaborative, organized and safe learning environment.

Manage Time, Materials, and Equipment Effectively

Manage time, materials, and equipment effectively.

Establish and Maintain Effective and Efficient Record Keeping Procedures that Comply with the Procedures of Sarasota County Schools

Establish and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures that comply with the procedures of sarasota county schools.

Assist in Enforcement of School Rules, Administrative Regulations, and School Board Policies

Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and school board policies.

Utilize Effective Progress Monitoring Strategies and Analyze Data to Plan for and Adjust Specially Designed Instruction Based on Student Needs

Utilize effective progress monitoring strategies and analyze data to plan for and adjust specially designed instruction based on student needs.

Administer State Assessments

Administer state assessments.

Establish Appropriate Testing Environment, and Test Security in Accordance with Appropriate and Allowable Accommodations

Establish appropriate testing environment, and test security in accordance with appropriate and allowable accommodations.

Demonstrate Knowledge and Understanding of Subject Matter Content

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject matter content.

Apply Principles of Learning and Effective Research-Based Strategies in Instructional Design, Planning, and Delivery

Apply principles of learning and effective research-based strategies in instructional design, planning, and delivery.

Use a Multimedia Approach Utilizing a Variety of Materials and Equipment to Meet the Needs of Students, Including Assistive Devices

Use a multimedia approach utilizing a variety of materials and equipment to meet the needs of students, including assistive devices.

Use Appropriate Strategies and Techniques to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills in Students

Use appropriate strategies and techniques to enhance critical thinking skills in students.

Provide Quality Work that is Challenging and Relevant to the Goals and Objectives Identified on the IEP

Provide quality work that is challenging and relevant to the goals and objectives identified on the IEP.

Recognize Overt Indicators of Student Distress or Abuse and Take Appropriate Action Based on School Procedures and Law

Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action based on school procedures and law.

Provide Instruction on Safety Procedures and Proper Handling of Materials and Equipment

Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.

Use Appropriate Materials, Technology, and Resources to Help Meet Learning Needs of All Students

Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.

Provide a Positive Environment in Which Students Are Encouraged to Be Actively Engaged in the Learning Process

Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.

Communicate Effectively, Both Orally and in Writing, with Other Professionals, Students, Parents, and the Community

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and the community.

Collaborate with Other Professionals and Parents After Recognizing Student Distress or Abuse in the School Environment

Collaborate with other professionals and parents after recognizing student distress or abuse in the school environment.

Collaborate with Colleagues to Enhance the Instructional Environment

Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the instructional environment.

Assist Others in Acquiring Skills and Knowledge in Specific Areas of Responsibility

Assist others in acquiring skills and knowledge in specific areas of responsibility.

Engage in a Continuing Quest for Personal Growth through In-Service, Classes, and Study

Engage in a continuing quest for personal growth through in-service, classes, and study.

Complete Required Professional Development Needs with Reference to Specific Instructional Assignments and Maintain Current Professional Certificate

Complete required professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignments and maintain their current professional certificate.

Model Professional and Ethical Conduct When Dealing with Students, Peers, Parents, and the Community

Model professional and ethical conduct when dealing with students, peers, parents, and the community.

Perform and Fulfill All Professional Responsibilities

Perform and fulfill all professional responsibilities.

Support School Improvement Initiatives by Active Participation in School Improvement Activities

Support school improvement initiatives by active participation in school improvement activities.

Maintain a Safe and Healthy Learning Environment for Students with Disabilities

Maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for students with disabilities.

Participate in Ongoing Professional Development to Stay Current with Best Practices and Research-Based Strategies

Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and research-based strategies.

Foster Positive Relationships with Students, Parents, and Colleagues

Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Demonstrate Respect for Diversity and Inclusion in the Learning Environment

Demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusion in the learning environment. Demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusion in the learning environment. Demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusion in the learning environment. Demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusion in the learning environment. Demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusion in the learning environment.

Provide Support to Students with Disabilities that Reflects Their Individual Needs and Preferences

Provide support to students with disabilities that reflects their individual needs and preferences. Provide support to students with disabilities that reflects their individual needs and preferences. Provide support to students with disabilities that reflects their individual needs and preferences. Provide support to students with disabilities that reflects their individual needs and preferences. Provide support to students with disabilities that reflects their individual needs and preferences.

Use Technology Effectively to Enhance Teaching and Learning

Use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning. Use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning. Use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning. Use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning.

Foster a Culture of Inclusion and Respect in the Classroom

Foster a culture of inclusion and respect in the classroom. Foster a culture of inclusion and respect in the classroom. Foster a culture of inclusion and respect in the classroom. Foster a culture of inclusion and respect in the classroom. Foster a culture of inclusion and respect in the classroom.

Utilize Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Principles to Support Student Learning

Utilize universal design for learning (udl) principles to support student learning.

Develop and Implement a System of Data-Driven Instruction that Reflects Student Learning Needs and Progress

Develop and implement a system of data-driven instruction that reflects student learning needs and progress.

Use Data to Inform Instructional Decisions and Adjust Instructional Strategies as Needed

Use data to inform instructional decisions and adjust instructional strategies as needed. Use data to inform instructional decisions and adjust instructional strategies as needed.

Foster a Growth Mindset in Students with Disabilities by Encouraging Effort, Resilience, and Self-Advocacy

Foster a growth mindset in students with disabilities by encouraging effort, resilience, and self-advocacy.

Utilize Restorative Practices to Promote Positive Relationships and Conflict Resolution

Utilize restorative practices to promote positive relationships and conflict resolution.

Foster a Sense of Belonging and Connection among Students with Disabilities through Inclusive and Respectful Classroom Environment

Foster a sense of belonging and connection among students with disabilities through an inclusive and respectful classroom environment.

Develop and Implement a System of Supports that Reflects the Individual Needs and Preferences of Students with Disabilities

Develop and implement a system of supports that reflects the individual needs and preferences of students with disabilities.

Use Technology to Enhance Communication and Collaboration between Teachers, Parents, and Other Professionals

Use technology to enhance communication and collaboration between teachers, parents, and other professionals.

Foster a Culture of Continuous Learning and Improvement among Teachers, Parents, and Other Professionals

Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement among teachers, parents, and other professionals.

Develop and Implement a System of Feedback that Reflects Student Learning Needs and Progress

Develop and implement a system of feedback that reflects student learning needs and progress.