Secondary Special Education Teacher/Coach

Kenedy Independent School District; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend up to $7,000

Job summary

Kenedy ISD seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to develop and implement IEPs through ARD, coordinating with families and staff to support students with special needs.

The role involves delivering individualized instruction, assessing learning styles, and adapting curricula while collaborating with classroom teachers to ensure inclusive education and compliance with SPED requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required SPED endorsements.
• Current first aid, CPR, and AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with parents, students, and staff to develop IEPs through ARD for each student.
• Implement instructional or therapeutic programs with written preparation evidence.
• Assess learning styles and tailor instructional strategies accordingly.
• Present material per IEP guidelines using varied methods and technology.
• Collaborate with general teachers to modify curricula and support students in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings and media/resource selection.

Skills

IEP knowledge

ARD process

Curriculum adaptation

Effective communication

Coaching techniques

UIL rules

Student supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Includes up to a $7,000 Stipend

Kenedy ISD Salary Schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments
• Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate

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
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. 1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
2. 2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
3. 3. 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.
4. 4. 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
5. 5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
6. 6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
7. 7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

1. 8. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. 9. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
3. 10. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
4. 11. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. 12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. 13. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
3. 14. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
4. 15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
5. 16. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

1. 17. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
2. 18. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
3. 19. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
4. 20. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
5. 21. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
6. 22. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.