Life Skills Specialist — Special Education

Rogers Independent School District; Middle School; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Independent School District in Texas seeks a Life Skills Teacher to support special education students, providing learning activities that foster intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons to match student abilities, working in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings.

The role requires collaboration with ARD committees and campus staff, plus implementation of IEP goals and evidence of planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment.
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs through ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs and show written evidence of preparation.
• Assess student learning styles and plan/perform appropriate instructional strategies and materials.
• Present subject matter effectively and use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet needs of each student.
• Work with teachers to modify regular curricula and assist in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.

Skills

ARD process knowledge

IEP goals

Adapt curriculum

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Rogers Independent School District in Texas seeks a Life Skills Teacher to support special education students, providing learning activities that foster intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons to match student abilities, working in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings.

The role requires collaboration with ARD committees and campus staff, plus implementation of IEP goals and evidence of planning.