Certified Teacher

Autism Treatment Center; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Autism Treatment Center in San Antonio, TX seeks a passionate Certified Teacher to deliver individualized and small-group instruction for children with autism. The role involves developing educational programming, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and guiding non-certified teachers on IEP/IHP development for autistic learners.

Responsibilities include lesson planning, progress monitoring, and ongoing assessments, along with maintaining documentation and communicating with families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Current Texas Certification in Special Education and General Education.
• Experience teaching students with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, IEP/IHP planning, and positive behavior support.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, individualized instruction aligned with each student's educational goals.
• Develop lesson plans that accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to integrate educational and behavioral strategies into daily programming.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate educational documentation.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to inform instructional planning.
• Foster a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding student progress and educational recommendations.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff training, and professional development activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state educational standards and organizational policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Texas Certification: SPED and General Ed

Job description

Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified Teacher to join our team. The Certified Teacher will provide individualized and small-group instruction to children with autism, develop educational programming that supports each learner's unique needs, and collaborate with behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and families to help students achieve their educational and developmental goals. Develop, assist, and supervise non-Certified Teachers in the development of IEP, IHP, IDT, ISP, and treatment plans for autistic children. Provide daily training to teach consumers to attain and maintain the skills necessary to achieve maximum functional independence and academic success. Support and promote the rights of consumers and function effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.

Hours

Monday-Friday
8 am - 4:30 pm (with a 30-minute lunch)
Year-round

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, individualized instruction aligned with each student's educational goals.
• Develop lesson plans that accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to integrate educational and behavioral strategies into daily programming.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate educational documentation.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to inform instructional planning.
• Foster a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding student progress and educational recommendations.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff training, and professional development activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state educational standards and organizational policies.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Current Texas Certification in both Special Education and General Education.
• A current valid Driver’s License is required.
• Experience teaching students with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, individualized education planning, and positive behavior support strategies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality services to children and families.

Preferred Qualifications

• Special Education certification.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary clinical or therapeutic settings.
• Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Experience developing individualized educational goals and progress monitoring systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families