Elementary Special Education Teacher

Elementary SpEd

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Texas Teacher Retirement System

403b/457 plans

Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

NYOS Charter School in Austin, Texas is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the Elementary/Secondary Program. This role reports to the Principal and involves developing IEPs, collaborating with staff, and delivering individualized instruction to students with disabilities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, Texas ESL certification, and Valid Special Education and teaching certificates.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Texas ESL certification required.
Valid Special Education teaching certificate required.
Demonstrate competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement IEPs and behavioral intervention plans in accordance with assessment and ARD Committee recommendations.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements and ARD recommendations.
Collaborate with related service personnel, paraprofessionals, and classroom teachers to ensure services and modifications for students with disabilities are implemented.
Prepare classroom, materials and lesson plans and implement research-based instructional practices.
Observe, evaluate, remediate, and extend on students' academic performance, behavior, and social development.
Utilize data to monitor learning and design lessons tailored to student needs.
Communicate with parents and guardians to discuss student progress.
Administer standardized achievement and ability tests as required.
Interpret student performance data and implement RTI Tiers 1–3.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Texas ESL certification

Texas Special Education teaching certificate

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5855104

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NYOS Charter School

Special Education School Teacher Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher, Elementary/Secondary

Reports to: Principal

Service days: 190

About NYOS: NYOS Charter School—Not Your Ordinary School—is a free public charter school founded in 1998 by a group of parents who wanted more out of education for their children. Through a commitment to our students, staff, and academic excellence, we have grown to serve over 1,800 students in PreK through 12th grade.

Why Work at NYOS Charter School? At NYOS Charter School, we educate the whole student through rigorous academics, innovative strategies, and civic engagement. Our community values diversity, collaboration, and strong relationships among students, teachers, and parents.

Community Culture:

Supportive and inclusive environment with small class sizes and unique traditions.

Opportunities for feedback and mentorship from tenured teachers.

Collaborative planning spaces for team and subject-level innovation.

Flexibility and Autonomy:

Teachers have the autonomy to innovate and personalize instruction.

All staff are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute creatively.

Long-Term Sustainability:

Continuous learning through embedded professional development and workshops.

Healthy work-life balance with unique break schedules and half-day Fridays.

Empowerment to influence positive change within the organization.

Join us to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and advance your career in a nurturing and forward-thinking environment.

Primary Role:

This position is for a Special Education Teacher, Elementary/Secondary Program

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate required.
Texas ESL certification required.
Valid Special Education teaching certificate required.
Demonstrate competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Professional Responsibilities and Duties

Develop and implement IEPs and behavioral intervention plans in accordance with assessment and ARD Committee recommendations
Work collaboratively with colleagues to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements and from recommendations made by the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee
Work closely with related service personnel, paraprofessionals, and classroom teachers to ensure that services and modifications for students with disabilities are implemented
Prepare classroom, materials and lesson plans and implement research-based instructional practices
Observe, evaluate, remediate, and extend on students' academic performance, behavior, and social development
Identify, modify, and adapt curriculum and approved instructional resources to meet various learning styles and needs of students
Utilize a variety of teaching methods to instruct students individually, in small groups, and as a whole class
Monitor students in a variety of educational environments (e.g., classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, study trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
Implement and maintain effective classroom management to ensure continual progress of students
Utilize data to monitor learning and design lessons tailored to student needs
Establish standards-based objectives for all lessons and utilize clear criteria for evaluating lessons
Utilize efficient record-keeping procedures
Communicate with parents and guardians to discuss student progress
Meet professional criteria and obligations
Administer standardized achievement and ability tests as required
Interpret student performance data and implement approved Response to Intervention Tiers 1, 2 and 3
Enforce NYOS Charter School rules and policies
Actively participate in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and to improve student achievement
Use audiovisual aids, computers, and or other interactive technology to supplement and support lessons
Keep up to date with current educational issues
Demonstrate strong work ethic, accept responsibility, and the ability to be self-motivated
Exemplify through manner, words, and dress the high standards and expected behavior of the school
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Professional Requirements

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding information concerning students, parents, staff, and classroom incidents

Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible

Participate in approved professional development to improve skills related to job assignment

Follow NYOS standard procedures for communication, interaction, and discipline as outlined in the NYOS Staff Handbook

Work Environment

This job operates in a school environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This position is very active and involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and move items over 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation and Benefits

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Short and Long-term disability
Participation in the Texas Teacher Retirement System
403b and 457 investment plans
Health Savings Accounts
10 days Paid Time Off
Discounted Health Club Membership
A culture of continuous learning with opportunities for professional development

Equal Opportunity Employer NYOS Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability, in hiring or providing education or access to benefits of educational services, activities, and programs. The Executive Director has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX. The Director of Special Services has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Both can be reached at 12333 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78753, 512‑583‑6967. Fingerprinting and background checks are mandatory for all applicants.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

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