Empowering Special Education Teacher (IEP Focus)

IDEA Public Schools; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental Health

Dental and Vision Plans

Disability & Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Generous vacation time

Referral bonuses

Professional development

Relocation allowance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is hiring Special Education teachers to support students with diverse needs. You will develop individualized education plans, deliver instruction across core subjects, and collaborate with families to promote student achievement and growth.

Role emphasizes data-driven decision making, consistent progress monitoring, and a strong team-oriented approach within a high-expectations environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution (required).
• Valid Texas state certification in Special Education (required).
• Experience in a Special Education classroom setting (strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop IEPs for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess progress, and track progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the year to reflect progress and goals.
• Assess students' skills to determine needs and develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups including students at risk in reading and math.
• Collect and analyze student data to maximize achievement.
• Communicate students' progress with families weekly.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed.
• Participate in weekly meetings and after-school duties.

Skills

Core academic subjects

Curriculum & instruction

Behavior management

Communication & interpersonal

IEP facilitation

Family engagement

Data-driven decision making

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Texas Special Education Certification

Job description

IDEA Public Schools is hiring Special Education teachers to support students with diverse needs. You will develop individualized education plans, deliver instruction across core subjects, and collaborate with families to promote student achievement and growth.

Role emphasizes data-driven decision making, consistent progress monitoring, and a strong team-oriented approach within a high-expectations environment.