Special Education- Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 9-12)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Inclusion Teacher for grades 9-12 at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School in Dallas. The role focuses on developing IEPs through ARD, implementing individualized programs, and collaborating with teachers to modify curricula.

The position requires a Texas teaching certificate with Special Education endorsements, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and at least one year of student teaching or internship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a directly related field.
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsements.
• One year of student teaching or approved internship.
• Willingness to participate in professional growth.
• Knowledge of ARD process and IEP goal setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs through ARD.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs.
• Modify regular curricula and assist students in regular classes.
• Use diverse instructional techniques and media.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement.
• Manage student behavior per IEP and intervene as needed.
• Consult with teachers and district resources on student needs.
• Stay informed of regulations and school policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Valid Texas teacher certificate with Special Education endorsements

One year of student teaching or approved internship

Job description

Job Description - Special Education- Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 9-12) (RTP20260930-013)

Job Description

Special Education- Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 9-12) - ( RTP20260930-013 )

Description

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (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.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP, and consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned.
• All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a directly related field
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsements.
• One year of student teaching or approved internship.
• Demonstrated willingness to improve competency by periodically participating in some form of professional growth.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Educations Plan goal setting process and implementation.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.
  

***Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)***

Work Locations

Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School 2445 E LEDBETTER DR Dallas 75216