Middle School Special Education Teacher for Growth

La Joya Independent School District; La Joya (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

La Joya ISD is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a middle school to design, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration with campus staff, family engagement, and adherence to ARD timelines within the TEKS-aligned curriculum.

The teacher will manage instruction for diverse learners, maintain detailed records, and ensure compliance with district policies while supporting student academic, social, and

Qualifications

• This position requires the ability to apply knowledge of subject matter and current educational and instructional theories, research based interventions, methodologies, techniques, and principles; as well as knowledge of State, Local, and Federal laws and regulations affecting the lives and education of students receiving special education services.
• A professional attitude, appearance, and excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to develop a positive rapport with staff, students and parents/guardians are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons including activities in congruence with enrolled grade level TEKS and La Joya ISD Curriculum Timelines incorporating the use of technology into student centered activities.
• Provide instruction to a class, individual students, or groups of students using differentiated instruction and various instructional methods.
• Identify the learning styles of students to make the appropriate modification in curriculum and teaching strategies.
• Evaluate students in accordance with La Joya ISD’s Special Education Department’s Operating Policies & Procedures.
• Maintain accurate records (e.g. grades, attendance, progress reports, ARD paperwork, student modifications / accommodations, etc.)
• Perform all duties pertaining to area of instructional delivery assigned (e.g. content mastery, resource and inclusion).
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Plan with assigned campus and special education staff and related service providers in developing and implementing an Individual Education Plan with identifiable steps designed to improve the student’s total educational progress.

Skills

Differentiated Instruction

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Teacher’s Certificate

Special Education certification

Content Area Endorsement

ESL Supplemental/Bilingual Supplemental

Job description

La Joya ISD is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a middle school to design, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration with campus staff, family engagement, and adherence to ARD timelines within the TEKS-aligned curriculum.

The teacher will manage instruction for diverse learners, maintain detailed records, and ensure compliance with district policies while supporting student academic, social, and