Middle School Special Education Itinerant Support Teacher Pool 2026-2027 School Year

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

Job summary

Harlandale Independent School District is seeking a Middle School Special Education Itinerant Support Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves supporting special education students with individualized learning activities, developing or modifying curricula, and preparing lessons to match ability levels across itinerant assignments.

Responsibilities include ARD participation, implementing instructional or therapeutic programs, assessing student needs, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Texas special education certification with endorsements for the assignment.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP development.
• Ability to adapt curricula for students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs through ARD for each student.
• Implement instructional or therapeutic programs with written prep evidence.
• Assess learning styles and plan appropriate instructional strategies.
• Present material according to IEP guidelines and use diverse media including technology.
• Work with general ed teachers to modify curricula and support SPED students.
• Participate in ARD meetings and in selection of instructional materials.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

Job description

Middle School Special Education Itinerant Support Teacher Pool 2026-2027 School Year

Harlandale Independent School District Multi-Location - San Antonio, Texas

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Job Details

Job ID: 5631343

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education is Teacher

Job Summary: 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

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment
• 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

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 - Teachers

Maintain emotional control under stress. Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job. 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 $2000 stipend Minimum Work Days: 187

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 Per Year