Secondary Special Education Teacher — Life Skills

Esc20; Floresville (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a Special Education Teacher - Secondary in Floresville, TX to provide and adapt learning activities for students with disabilities. You will develop IEPs, collaborate with ARD committees, and implement individualized programs to support intellectual, emotional, and social growth.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas SPED teaching certificate, with strong communication and collaboration skills. Access to ARD processes and multidisciplinary teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting/implementation.
• Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for students with special needs.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEP through the ARD process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Assess student learning styles and plan/use appropriate instructional strategies, materials, and equipment.
• Present subject matter effectively according to IEP guidelines; use various instructional techniques and media, including technology.
• Work with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula and assist SPED students in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and instructional media.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal/medical care and feeding as stated in IEP.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities approved by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and development.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline per IEP.
• Consult with teachers on behavior management per IEP.
• Protect students, equipment, and facilities; maintain safety.
• Plan and assign work to teacher aides and volunteers.
• Establish open communication with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development to improve skills.
• Comply with regulations and policies for special education.
• Maintain records and reports; participate in faculty meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

ARD/IEP knowledge

Adapt curriculum for special needs

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas SPED teaching certificate

Job description

Sylvania seeks a Special Education Teacher - Secondary in Floresville, TX to provide and adapt learning activities for students with disabilities. You will develop IEPs, collaborate with ARD committees, and implement individualized programs to support intellectual, emotional, and social growth.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas SPED teaching certificate, with strong communication and collaboration skills. Access to ARD processes and multidisciplinary teamwork is essential.