Middle School Special Education Itinerant Support Teacher/Coach

Young World Physical Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Middle School Special Education Itinerant Support Teacher/Coach role is located at Kingsborough MS in San Antonio, Texas, within Harlandale ISD. Immediate start, full-time, with responsibilities across ARD, IEP, and adapted curricula for students with special needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers, parents, and staff to design and implement effective instructional programs, assessment, and behavior management in various settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements.
• Knowledge of ARD and IEP processes and goal setting.
• Ability to adapt curricula and instruction for students with special needs.
• Effective communication and collaboration with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs through ARD process for each student.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs for assigned students with documentation.
• Assess student learning styles and plan materials and strategies accordingly.
• Present subject matter according to IEP guidelines using varied instructional techniques and media.

Skills

Communication skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

Adapt curriculum for special needs

Collaboration with staff/parents

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements

Job description

Middle School Special Education Itinerant Support Teacher/Coach

Location: Harlandale Independent School District Kingsborough MS, San Antonio, Texas

Job Details

• Job ID: 5836858
• Application deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements
• Knowledge of the special needs of students in the assigned area
• Knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting and implementation
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
• Effective communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop IEPs through the ARD Committee process for each assigned student.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect the learning styles and needs of the students.
• Present subject matter effectively according to guidelines established by IEPs. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, including technology, to meet each student’s needs and capabilities.
• 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 the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
• 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 IEPs.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resource personnel regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Create a 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 IEPs.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEPs.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aides and volunteers and oversee completion.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.
• 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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Daily attendance and punctuality are essential. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non‑ambulatory students.

Terms of Employment

• Salary: Teacher salary schedule plus a $2,000 stipend.
• Minimum work days: 187.
• Position type: Full‑time.
• Salary: $60,000 per year.