Special Education Resource Teacher

Prosper ISD; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosper ISD seeks a dedicated special education teacher to support learning for students with diverse needs in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings. You will develop and implement IEP goals, collaborate with ARD committees, and adapt curricula to match each student’s abilities and goals.

Required: a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements. You will communicate with families, work with staff, and maintain compliant, safe, and engaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements.
• Strong knowledge of ARD and IEP processes.
• Ability to adapt curriculum for students with special needs.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEP through ARD for each student.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs with written prep.
• Assess learning styles and plan strategies reflecting students’ needs.
• Present subject matter per IEP using varied instructional media.
• Work with teachers to modify curricula and support in regular classes.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional media.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal/informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal/medical care as stated in IEP.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities as assigned by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs.
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and development.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline per IEP.
• Consult on behavior management with teachers per IEP.
• Take precautions to protect students and equipment.
• Plan and supervise work of aides and volunteers.
• Establish open communication with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development to improve skills.
• Keep informed of district regulations/policies for special education.
• Compile and file reports, records, and documents.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in committees.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

Curriculum adaptation

Communication skills

Collaboration with staff

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas SPED certification

Job description

Prosper ISD seeks a dedicated special education teacher to support learning for students with diverse needs in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings. You will develop and implement IEP goals, collaborate with ARD committees, and adapt curricula to match each student’s abilities and goals.

Required: a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements. You will communicate with families, work with staff, and maintain compliant, safe, and engaging