RISE Special Education Co-Teacher: Build Skills

IDEA Public Schools; Texas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental Health Counseling

Dental & Vision plans

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Co-Teacher to gain valuable experience by supporting students with cognitive and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes a functional curriculum, daily living and vocational skills, and collaboration with a team in K-12 settings for a successful transition to adult life.

Compensation is hourly, with rates between $16.05 and $23.17, paid over a 12-month period.

Qualifications

• Education: At least 48 college hours required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Experience working with children with cognitive and/or pervasive developmental disabilities strongly preferred.
• Licenses or Certifications: Willingness to pursue a Special Education teaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, social worker, occupational and physical therapists.
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
• Assistance of daily living may include feeding, lifting and/or toileting in the Life Skills Unit.
• At some campuses, school bus riding to accompany students may be needed before or after school.

Skills

Experience with cognitively disabled

Strong communication skills

Ability to work with students one-on-3

Education

48 college hours

Bachelors degree preferred

Job description

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Co-Teacher to gain valuable experience by supporting students with cognitive and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes a functional curriculum, daily living and vocational skills, and collaboration with a team in K-12 settings for a successful transition to adult life.

Compensation is hourly, with rates between $16.05 and $23.17, paid over a 12-month period.