SPECIAL EDUCATION LIFE SKILLS TEACHER

Lubbock-Cooper ISD; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty High School in Liberty, Texas seeks a Special Education Life Skills Teacher to provide instruction to students with special needs, develop or modify curricula, and prepare lessons aligned with IEP goals. The teacher will work in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings as assigned.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas special education teaching certificate with endorsements. Responsibilities include ARD participation, collaboration with parents, and implementing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting
• Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs through ARD process for each student
• Implement instructional programs and provide written evidence of preparation
• Assess learning styles and tailor methods to student needs
• Present material according to IEP guidelines using multiple media and tech
• Collaborate with general education teachers to modify curricula
• Participate in ARD meetings and select instructional media
• Conduct ongoing student assessments and monitor progress
• Provide personal and medical care as stated in IEP and supervise activities
• Create learning environments conducive to student growth and safety
• Maintain open communication with parents and staff and participate in staff development

Skills

IEP process knowledge

ARD Committee process

Curriculum adaptation

Collaboration with families

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas special education certification

Job description

• Position Type: SPECIAL EDUCATION/ SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
• Date Posted: 9/4/2026
• Location: Liberty High School
• Closing Date:

Job Title: Special Education Life Skills Teacher

Exemption Status: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Phillip Saffel, Principal

School: Liberty High School

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 accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

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

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of 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 the 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 the campus principal.

Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

Create classroom environments 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 Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment:

Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress