Empowering Middle School Special Education Teacher

New Braunfels Chamber; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

New Braunfels Chamber seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide learning activities and experiences designed to help students reach their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

You will develop or modify curricula, prepare lessons aligned to IEP goals, collaborate with ARD committees, implement instructional and therapeutic programs, and support students in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting/implementation.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEP through the ARD process.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies and materials reflecting learning styles.
• Work with general education teachers to modify curricula and assist students in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD meetings regularly.
• Assess student learning styles and plan accordingly.
• Present subject matter per IEP guidelines.
• Employ varied instructional techniques and media for each student.
• Supervise teacher aides and volunteers.
• Use technology in teaching/learning process.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in committees.

Skills

Special needs knowledge

ARD/IEP process

Curriculum knowledge

Student growth support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements

Multi-area certification preferred

ESL Certification within 1 year

Job description

New Braunfels Chamber seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide learning activities and experiences designed to help students reach their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

You will develop or modify curricula, prepare lessons aligned to IEP goals, collaborate with ARD committees, implement instructional and therapeutic programs, and support students in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings.