Resource/Inclusion Teacher

RODERICK ELEMENTARY; Royse City (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

RODERICK ELEMENTARY in Royse City, Texas seeks a Resource/Inclusion Teacher to support special education students, develop or adapt curricula, and coordinate with ARD committees to implement IEP goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in a self-contained, team, or itinerant setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• Knowledge of ARD/IEP goal setting and implementation.
• Ability to adapt curricula and instruction for students with special needs.
• Effective communication skills with staff, students, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Case manage students and develop IEPs through ARD for each student assigned.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs with written prep evidence.
• Differentiate/integrate instruction and support students in regular classes.
• Lead ARD Committee meetings and participate in selection of instructional media.
• Maintain open communication with parents, students, principals and teachers.
• Direct the work of instructional aide(s).
• Establish classroom environments conducive to learning and protect students and property.

Skills

Special Education

IEP/ARD knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Special Education endorsements

Job description

Community Independent School District RODERICK ELEMENTARY - Royse City, Texas Open in Google Maps

Resource/Inclusion Teacher

Community Independent School District RODERICK ELEMENTARY - Royse City, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Community Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5904945

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

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.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Experience:

One year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Case manage students and collaborate with parents, outside agencies 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 collaboratively with classroom teachers to differentiate and/or modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Facilitate and/or Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

• 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 and district administration.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create and help to support classroom environments 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.

Other

• 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 district and campus meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used : Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,268.40 to $77,627.80 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Saul Laredo , Principal
• RODERICK ELEMENTARY
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]