2026 - 2027 Special Education Resource Teacher / (APPLICANT POOL)

ASSIGNED CAMPUS; Roma (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Roma ISD Assigned Campus seeks a 2026-2027 Special Education Resource Teacher to deliver targeted instruction, adapt curricula, and support IEP goals in a collaborative school setting.

The role involves working with the ARD process, coordinating with staff, and maintaining compliance with SPED requirements. Requires a Texas SPED certification and bilingual credential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Bilingual Certification
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required SPED endorsements for assignment

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEP through ARD for each student.
• Implement instructional/therapeutic program and show written evidence of preparation.
• Assess student learning styles and select appropriate strategies and materials.
• Present subject matter per IEP guidelines using varied instructional media.
• Work with teachers to modify curricula and assist SPED students in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD meetings regularly and assist in selecting instructional media.

Skills

Effective communication

IEP goal setting

ARD process knowledge

Curriculum adaptation

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bilingual Certification

Texas teaching certificate (SPED endorsements)

Job description

2026 - 2027 Special Education Resource Teacher / (APPLICANT POOL)

Roma ISD ASSIGNED CAMPUS - ROMA, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5613466

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

2025 -2026 Special Education Resource Teacher

Position Title: Special Education Resource Teacher

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Length of Work Year: 187

Department / School: Assigned Campus

Salary Range: Based on experience

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Primary Purpose

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.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Bilingual Certification
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
• Effective communication skills

Experience:

• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• 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.
• 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
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
• Environment: Exposure to biological hazards
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required