Special Education: Resource & Inclusion Teacher

Bastrop Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bastrop Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher, Special Education to design and deliver specialized instruction for students with IEPs. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare materials to match each learner's abilities.

You will work across self-contained, team, or itinerant settings, collaborating with ARD teams, parents, and general educators to support student growth and achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting and implementation.
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs.
• Effective communication skills.
• At least one year student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences design to help growth across intellectual, emotional, physical, and social domains.
• Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons to match student ability levels.
• Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.
• Collaborate with parents, ARD members, and classroom staff to implement IEP goals.
• Plan and supervise assignments for aides and volunteers while maintaining compliance with district policies.
• Use technology and diverse instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
• Attend ARD Committee meetings and document student progress and outcomes.

Skills

Special needs knowledge

ARD/IEP process

Curriculum adaptation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Teacher, Special Education	Evaluation Type T-TESS	Department Assigned Campus
Pay Grade Teacher Salary Schedule	FLSA Exempt	Date Revised December 2024	Supervisor Principal

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: 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 for assignment

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• 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
• Effective communication skills

Experience:

• At least one year student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

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 and use results to plan for instructional activities.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media 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.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology in the teaching/learning process.

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.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization:

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding the management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication:

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• 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.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervise assigned teacher 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 heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory 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

DISTRICT OF INNOVATION (DOI):Uncertified applicants can be hired under the District of Innovation at a graduated pay scale of:

• $56,000 (DOI Degreed in ACP)
• $51,500 (DOI Degreed not in ACP)
• $49,000 (DOI Non-Degreed with 90+ hours)
• $45,000 (DOI Non-Degreed with 60-89 hours)

until certification is complete.DOI teachers must fulfill the district DOI plan expectations each year.