Special Ed. Teacher (SAIL)

Young World Physical Education; Sulphur Springs (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to start on August 5, 2026. The role focuses on developing educational activities for special needs students, fostering their intellectual and emotional growth. Responsibilities include collaborating with parents and developing IEPs.

The ideal candidate must have a relevant Bachelor's degree, valid Texas teaching certification, and experience in student teaching or related fields. Full-time position with various responsibilities in classroom management and student development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements.
• Student teaching or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning activities for special education students.
• Collaborate with students and parents to develop IEPs.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for learning.

Skills

Knowledge of special needs of students

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of IEP goal setting

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Tools

Personal computer and peripherals

Job description

Special Education Teacher

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Reports to: Principal

Department / School: Assigned Campus

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 an accredited university; Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements.
• 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 and implementation; Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs; Effective communication skills.
• Experience: Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other 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 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 cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• 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 principal.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment 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 faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Mental and Physical Demands

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, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non‑ambulatory students, and lifting and moving 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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Shara Roden, Principal
• Rowena Johnson Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]