Special Education RISE Co-Teacher: Growth & Impact

IDEA Public Schools; Elsa (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee‑paid mental/behavioral health

Dental and vision plans

Disability and life insurance

403(b) plan

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a Special Education Co-Teacher to support students with cognitive and/or pervasive developmental disabilities in a low student‑teacher ratio environment. You will assist in implementing Individual Education Plans and help students participate in daily activities within a functional curriculum.

The role emphasizes collaboration with speech therapists and other specialists, with opportunities for professional growth and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Education: At least 48 college hours required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Experience working with children with cognitive and/or pervasive developmental disabilities strongly preferred.
• Licenses or Certifications: Willingness to pursue a Special Education teaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, social worker, occupational and physical therapists
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills
• Assistance of daily living may include feeding, lifting and/or toileting in the Life Skills Unit
• At some campuses, school bus riding to accompany students may be needed before or after school

Skills

Assisting students

Instruction & behavior management

Organizational & communication skills

Adaptability in school environments

Education

48 college hours

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a Special Education Co-Teacher to support students with cognitive and/or pervasive developmental disabilities in a low student‑teacher ratio environment. You will assist in implementing Individual Education Plans and help students participate in daily activities within a functional curriculum.

The role emphasizes collaboration with speech therapists and other specialists, with opportunities for professional growth and tuition reimbursement.