High School - Special Education Teacher SCU

La Joya Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

La Joya Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher to plan and implement individualized education programs, supporting academic, social, and emotional growth for students with disabilities.

The role requires collaboration with campus staff, related service providers, and parents, ensuring adherence to TEKS, ARD timelines, and district policies while maintaining records and safeguarding student confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree and valid teaching certificate.
• Special Education certification or endorsement required.
• ESL and/or Bilingual Certification preferred.
• Ability to apply instructional theories and IEP standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons aligned with TEKS and district timelines with technology integration.
• Provide instruction to students with varying needs including behavior disorders.
• Use differentiated instruction for individuals or groups.
• Identify student learning styles and adjust curriculum accordingly.
• Evaluate students per ARD policies and maintain records (grades, attendance, progress).
• Deliver/oversee behavior intervention plans and social skills training.
• Assist with personal/medical care as stated in IEP and supervise as needed.
• Collaborate with staff and related services to implement IEP steps.
• Develop Annual ARDs and ensure compliance with timelines.
• Consult with general education teachers on behavior management per IEP.
• Maintain parent contact via conferences, reports, and ARD meetings.
• Provide guidance on special education laws and district policies to staff.
• Prepare and conduct ARDs ensuring timelines.
• Comply with federal, state, and district regulations for Special Education.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Behavior management

IEP development

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Validity Teacher’s Certificate

Special Education certification/endorsement

ESL/Bilingual Certification

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt-Professional

Social Adjustment Unit

Reports to: Campus Principal/ Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale

Special Education Director

Dept/School: Assigned Campus Initiated Date: February 4, 2002

Revised Date: January 11, 2021

District Primary Purpose: To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement.

Department Primary Purpose: The Special Education Teacher’s primary responsibility is to plan and implement an individualized educational program designed to assist in those areas in which the students experience difficulty to facilitate academic, social, and emotional growth.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Teacher’s Certificate

Special Education certification and/ or endorsement

ESL and / or Bilingual Certification

Experience/Knowledge: This position requires the ability to apply knowledge of subject matter and current educational and instructional theories, research based interventions, methodologies, techniques, and principles; as well as knowledge of State, Local, and Federal laws and regulations affecting the lives and education of students receiving special education services. Professional attitude, appearance, and excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to develop a positive rapport with staff, students and parents/guardians are required.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Plan lessons including activities in congruence with enrolled grade level TEKS and La Joya ISD Curriculum Timelines incorporating the use of technology into student centered activities.

1. Provide instruction to students with severe behavior disorders (e.g. the student consistently/persistently demonstrates extremely disruptive, antisocial behavior and/or demonstrates withdrawal or internalizing behaviors which may be of danger to self and/or others.

1. Provide instruction to a class, individual students, or groups of students using differentiated instruction and various instructional methods.

1. Identify the learning styles of students to make the appropriate modification in curriculum and teaching strategies.

1. Evaluate students in accordance with La Joya ISD’s Special Education Department’s Operating Policies & Procedures.

1. Maintain accurate records (e.g. grades, attendance, progress reports, ARD paperwork, student modifications / accommodations, etc.)

1. Perform all duties pertaining to area of instructional delivery assigned (e.g. behavior intervention plans and social skills training).

1. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.

1. Plan with assigned campus and special education staff and related service providers in developing and implementing an Individual Education Plan with identifiable steps designed to improve the student’s total educational progress.

1. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP in order to manage student behavior both inside and outside the classroom. This includes intervening in crisis situations by applying proactive strategies when dealing with student’s behaviors and implementing district approved techniques for verbal de escalation and safe physical restraints, such as Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

1. Maintain contact with parents in regards to student performance through activities such as parent-teacher conferences, progress reports, letters, and ARD meetings.

1. Provide technical guidance related to special education laws and local policies/procedures to general education teachers and less experienced special education teachers / instructional assistants.

1. Plan, develop and conduct Annual ARDS to ensure compliance with timelines.

1. Comply with all Federal, State, District, School Regulations and Polices for Special Education Teachers (e.g. ARD timelines, Prior Written Notice, Change of Placement, etc.).

1. Notify Special Education Supervisors when related services are not being provided to students as prescribed in their IEPs.

1. Maintain professional development through activities such as classes, conferences, seminars, workshops, professional journals, book studies and attendance at staff developments.

1. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

1. Maintain confidentiality of all student information and all aspects of the special education department.

1. Perform other duties pertaining to special education as assigned by the school principal, and / or Special Education Director.

1. Follow all Work from Home Protocols when working remotely.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data. Maintain emotional control under stress; ability to interpret and implement TEA rules and regulations.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Occasional prolonged hours, regular physical demands of stooping, lifting, and other strenuous demands of job performance (e.g. picking up students, restraining students, etc.). This position may involve rare exposure to bacteria, bodily fluids and communicable diseases.

POSITION WORKING DAYS: 187 Days

Semester 1

The position I hold is a Federal position and I fully understand the duties and responsibilities of this supplemental position. Supplemental positions are specific and must comply with state and federal guidelines. My signature attest that I understand the duties and responsibilities.

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Semester 2

The position I hold is a Federal position and I fully understand the duties and responsibilities of this supplemental position. Supplemental positions are specific and must comply with state and federal guidelines. My signature attest that I understand the duties and responsibilities.

Employee’s Signature: Supervisor’s Name:

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