2025-2026 High School Science Teacher with $4,000 Stipend

Harlandale ISD; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher to provide specialized instruction for students with special needs. This role involves developing and modifying curricula, preparing lessons, and collaborating with parents and staff to create Individual Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's unique requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background and a valid teaching certificate, along with effective communication skills to foster a supportive learning environment. Join a passionate team committed to nurturing the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of every student, ensuring they reach their full potential in a collaborative and inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas teaching certificate required.
• Knowledge of special needs and effective communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs and collaborate with students, parents, and staff.
• Implement instructional programs and assess student learning styles.
• Create a conducive learning environment and manage student behavior.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of special needs

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Job description

SCIENCE TEACHER

Job Summary:

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

1. Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
2. Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment
3. Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
4. Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
5. Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
6. Effective communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
8. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
9. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
10. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
11. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
13. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
14. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
16. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
17. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
18. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
19. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
20. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
21. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
22. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
23. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Working Conditions - Teachers:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students.

Terms of Employment:

Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule Minimum Work Days: 187