RISE Special Education Co-Teacher: Inspire Independence

IDEA Public Schools; Hidalgo (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health

Dental and Vision

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Special Education RISE Co-Teacher to support students with significant cognitive and developmental disabilities in K-12 settings. The role emphasizes a functional curriculum and collaboration with speech therapists and other professionals.

Qualifications include at least 48 college hours, experience with cognitive disabilities, and a willingness to pursue Special Education certification.

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

physical support

instruction and behavior management

organization

communication

Education

48 college hours

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Special Education RISE Co-Teacher to support students with significant cognitive and developmental disabilities in K-12 settings. The role emphasizes a functional curriculum and collaboration with speech therapists and other professionals.

Qualifications include at least 48 college hours, experience with cognitive disabilities, and a willingness to pursue Special Education certification.