K-5 Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Cross Country Education in San Antonio, TX seeks a K-5 Special Education Teacher to deliver targeted instruction and provide in-class resources for diverse learners. You will monitor progress, adapt methods for literacy and dyslexia challenges, and collaborate with SPED and general education teams to support student growth.

The role emphasizes a strong foundation in special education, with a 40-hour workweek, school-based schedule, and opportunities for bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Texas Special Education Certification for grades K-5.
• Elementary Generalist or applicable Content-Area Certification.
• Experience with diverse learning needs; dyslexia experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted small-group instruction and in-class resource support for K-5 students.
• Use differentiated strategies to support literacy, writing, and dyslexia-related learning.
• Monitor student progress and adapt teaching approaches to meet goals.
• Maintain accurate special education documentation and coordinate with general education and SPED teams.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Literacy instruction

Progress monitoring

Teacher collaboration

Special education strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Texas Special Education Certification (K-5)

Elementary Generalist or Content-Area Certification

Job description

Help young learners overcome challenges and discover their strengths! Join Cross Country Education as a K-5 Special Education Teacher in San Antonio, TX, where you’ll provide individualized instruction, celebrate student progress, and help elementary learners build a strong foundation for lifelong success.

Position Overview

• Deliver targeted small-group instruction and in-class resource support to K-5 students, addressing literacy and other academic needs.
• Use differentiated instructional strategies to support diverse learners, with an emphasis on foundational reading, writing, and dyslexia-related learning challenges.
• Monitor student progress, identify instructional needs, and adapt teaching approaches to strengthen academic skills and support individualized learning goals.
• Maintain accurate special education documentation and collaborate with general education teachers and the Special Education team to coordinate interventions and promote student growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification appropriate for grades K-5
• Valid Elementary Generalist or applicable Content-Area Certification
• Experience supporting elementary students with diverse learning needs; dyslexia experience preferred, along with knowledge of literacy instruction, differentiated teaching strategies, and special education documentation

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $43.40 - $44.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 40-hour workweek, a school-based schedule, and paid sick leave.

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2