Junior High Special Education Teacher

Junior High; Kirbyville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirbyville Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Junior High campus in Kirbyville, TX. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction, developing and implementing IEP-driven programs, and collaborating with staff to meet student needs.

Responsibilities include ARD participation, assessing student growth, and adapting curricula for SPED students. Strong communication with families and a commitment to student development are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP implementation.
• Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs.
• Excellent communication with parents, students, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs through ARD for each student assigned.
• Implement instructional/therapeutic programs per IEP.
• Assess learning styles and tailor activities and materials.
• Use diverse instructional techniques and technology to meet needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Participate in selection of books and instructional media.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Communication skills

Adapt curriculum

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements

Job description

Junior High Special Education Teacher

Kirbyville Indep School Dist Junior High - Kirbyville, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kirbyville Consolidated Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5795047

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 30, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Date Revised: 6/2/2017

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs

Effective communication skills

Experience:

One year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
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• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
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• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Ashley Powell , Principal
• Junior High
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]