Special Education LIFE Teacher (26-27 SY) - Keyes ES

Young World Physical Education; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Irving, Texas is looking for a dedicated Special Education LIFE Teacher for the upcoming school year. The role involves providing tailored learning activities for special education students, developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and collaborating with parents and staff for student growth. Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree and a Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate. This position focuses on creating a supportive classroom environment and addressing the individual needs of students.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of student teaching or approved internship.
• Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate with appropriate endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with parents and staff in the development of IEPs.
• Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs.
• Create a safe and positive classroom environment.

Skills

Ability to develop IEP and participate in ARD process

Knowledge of curriculum

Knowledge of special needs of students

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate

Job description

Special Education LIFE Teacher (26-27 SY) - Keyes ES

Irving ISD Keyes ES - Irving, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5642435

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the most appropriate environment designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth; develop/modify curricula and prepare lessons and teacher instructional materials according to ability levels; work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate with appropriate endorsement for teaching area

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to develop IEP and participate in ARD process;
• Knowledge of curriculum;
• Knowledge of special needs of students;
• Knowledge of policies and practices addressing specific duties and responsibilities of assigned position, i.e. Lead Special Education Teacher, Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Adaptive Physical Education Teacher.

Minimum Experience:

At least one (1) year of student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies:

• Collaborate with parents and staff in the development of IEPs.
• Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation.

Student Growth and Development:

• Consistently assess student progress through formal/informal testing.
• Consistently assess and modify classroom environment to maximize student success.
• Present positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
• Provide or seek sources to aid students in dealing with emotional/physical needs that must be met before learning can take place.
• Provide positive and successful opportunities for students to develop positive self‑esteem.
• Provide or supervise personal care or medical care of students as stated in IEP.
• Assist special needs students with individual tasks as may be required including, but not limited to:
• transferring to and from wheelchairs
• lifting, positioning
• feeding
• bathroom needs
• personal hygiene
• self-help
• behavior management
• other personal care needs

Classroom Management and Organization:

• Create a safe and positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of the students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to IEP.