Lead Teacher – Special Education / Therapeutic School

Esc3; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Small class sizes

Job summary

Esc3 is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher for Special Education at The Vine School in Victoria, TX. This role involves working with students with autism and learning differences, providing individualized instruction.

The ideal candidate will bring a Bachelor’s degree and effective classroom management skills, contributing to a supportive multidisciplinary team. We offer professional development, small class sizes, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on student growth.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience preferred, especially in special education or small-group instruction.
• Strong commitment to diverse student learning needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated instruction aligned with student learning goals.
• Maintain a structured, predictable classroom environment.
• Track student progress using data to guide instruction.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional planning

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Lead Teacher – Special Education / Therapeutic School - The Vine School

Please contact the district or school with any questions regarding this position.

Lead Teacher – Special Education / Therapeutic School

Location: Victoria, TX
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are a therapeutic private school serving students with autism, dyslexia, and other language-based learning differences. We are seeking a Lead Teacher who is passionate about helping neurodiverse learners succeed through structured, individualized, and research-based instruction.

This role leads a small classroom environment focused on academic growth, communication, and independence using consistent routines, data-driven instruction, and collaborative support services.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated instruction aligned with student learning goals.
• Maintain a structured, predictable classroom environment.
• Track student progress using data to guide instruction and interventions.
• Collaborate with SLP, OT, behavior specialists, and support staff.
• Implement positive behavior supports and social-emotional learning strategies.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• Teaching experience preferred (special education or small-group instruction strongly preferred).
• Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills.
• Commitment to working with students with diverse learning needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

Preferred Experience

• Autism or special education classrooms.
• Therapeutic or private school settings.

What We Offer

• Small class sizes and individualized instruction.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ongoing professional development in special education and structured literacy.
• Opportunity to make a direct, measurable impact on student growth.