Impactful Special Education Teacher: IEP & Student Growth

IDEA Public Schools; Texas; On-site; USD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipends for certifications

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Mental health support

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to support students with diverse learning needs. You will develop individualized plans, implement IEPs, and collaborate with families to bridge home and school. A strong emphasis on progress monitoring and data-driven instruction guides daily practice.

You will adapt lessons, manage behavior, and participate in after-school duties to ensure student success and transition planning throughout the year.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
• Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans
• Teach small groups consisting of students that are academically at risk in reading and/or math
• Collect and analyze student data to maximize achievement
• Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation
• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track progress and update gradebook weekly
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families weekly
• Use technology to improve student achievement and manage tasks
• Implement a clear behavior management system aligned to campus initiatives
• Help shape school culture fostering a productive learning environment
• Establish relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
• Host tutoring sessions as needed
• Participate in weekly meetings and after-school duties
• Engage in district and school learning and development
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week
• Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school

Skills

Knowledge of core subjects

Curriculum and instruction

Behavior management

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

IDEA Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to support students with diverse learning needs. You will develop individualized plans, implement IEPs, and collaborate with families to bridge home and school. A strong emphasis on progress monitoring and data-driven instruction guides daily practice.

You will adapt lessons, manage behavior, and participate in after-school duties to ensure student success and transition planning throughout the year.