Contract Special Services Teachers

Young World Physical Education; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dripping Springs ISD is seeking a Contract Special Services Education Teacher to provide specially designed instruction for students with disabilities. The role focuses on developing and implementing IEPs to promote academic, behavioral, and social growth in accordance with district requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment.
• Knowledge of ARD/IEP process and goal setting.
• Ability to adapt curriculum for students with disabilities.
• Effective communication with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs through ARD for each student.
• Plan and deliver instruction using varied strategies in resource, inclusion or self-contained settings.
• Adapt general education curriculum for students with disabilities based on IEP goals.
• Use data from assessments to adjust instruction and services.
• Oversee and support instructional aides and paraprofessionals in the classroom.
• Participate in ARD meetings on a regular basis.
• Maintain open communications with parents, students, principals and teachers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, district and school regulations for special education teachers.

Skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

IEP goal setting

Curriculum adaptation

Effective communication

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements

Job description

Contract Special Services Teachers

Dripping Springs ISD DSISD Special Services - Dripping Springs, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5832965

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Contract Special Services Education Teacher

Exemption Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Date Revised: 4.24.2024

Department/School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Provide specially designed instruction and support to students with disabilities in order to help them achieve academic, behavioral, and social growth. Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that support access to the general curriculum and promote growth in accordance with federal, state, and district requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• 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 relevant classroom experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Plan and deliver instruction using a variety of strategies to meet student needs in resource, inclusion, and/or self-contained settings.
• Adapt general education curriculum as needed for students with disabilities based on instructional needs and IEP goals.
• Use data from assessments and progress monitoring to adjust instruction and services.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers, related service providers, and support staff.
• Supervise and guide instructional aides and paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Conduct ongoing formal and informal assessments of student progress.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Monitor student behavior and implement behavior intervention plans as needed.
• Serve as a positive role model and advocate for students with disabilities.
• 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.
• 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).

Working Conditions

• 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 light and heavy lifting (15 to 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
• Environment: Exposure to biological hazards. Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with student exhibiting challenging behaviors

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brook Roberts
• Email: [e-mail]