Special Education Teacher

075 - Founders Classical Academy of Bastrop, TX

Bastrop (TX)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Responsive Education Solutions 075 - Founders Classical Academy of Bastrop, TX is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse needs in Bastrop, Texas. You will collaborate with administrators, teachers, and parents to develop and implement IEPs and ensure compliance with SPED requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Special Education and a valid Texas teaching certificate. Salaries range from $50,400 to $52,200, with benefits including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Special Education required.
Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education required.
Additional grade level or content area certification may be needed for some positions.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with campus administration to support child find and ARD processes.
Schedule ARD meetings and ensure appropriate IEP development and timelines.
Assist in acquiring contracted service providers as needed.
Coordinate evaluations and review existing evaluation data to meet timelines.
Work with general educators to provide SPED accommodations and services.
Ensure IEPs are properly written and implemented.
Monitor student progress and adjust services accordingly.
Prepare and send IEP Reports to parents alongside general reports.
Plan resources to support general education teachers in achieving goals for students with disabilities.
Ensure compliance with state assessments and alternative assessments.

Skills

Patience and empathy

Student engagement

IEP development

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Policy interpretation

Disability knowledge

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Texas teaching certificate (Special Education)

Additional certification (optional)

Job description

Special Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5634846

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 28, 2026

Job Description

Role Mission:

ResponsiveEd Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical students. Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They provide the crucial bridge between home and school for our highest need students and their families. They partner with parents, general education teachers, and administrators to develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students with disabilities and ensure compliance with all federal, state and district SPED requirements.

What You’ll Do:

Work collaboratively with campus administration to ensure ongoing child find efforts, including but not limited to, review of general education records and requesting special education records according to specific timelines.
Schedule and conduct Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to ensure the appropriate placement and development of individual education plans for students with disabilities within specific timelines.
Assist in acquiring contracted service providers as needed.
Schedule Full and Individual Evaluations/Review of Existing Evaluation Data (REED) ensuring that all timeline requirements are met.
Collaborate with general education teachers and administrators to provide special education accommodations and services to special needs learners.
Ensure student individualized education programs (IEPs) are appropriately written and implemented.
Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular basis, and that the findings are used to make special education services more effective.
Update and send IEP Report Cards to parents at the same time that the general report cards are sent.
Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support general education teachers in accomplishing educational goals of students receiving special education services.
Ensure compliance with all state mandated assessments and alternative assessments, including their selection and administration.
Assist the campus administrator with the Response to Intervention process.
Develop and implement transition services for special education students as determined by the ARD.
Serve as the campus resource person and trainer for all campus staff to support students with disabilities.
Ensure that campus curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
Seek assistance as needed from IDEA Coordination supervisor.
Demonstrate support for the campus's student management policies and assist with behavior management strategies as they relate to students with disabilities.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
Recommend sound policies to improve program.
Implement ResponsiveEd’s Special Education school board policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
Compile and maintain all reports, records, and other documents required by law and/or the Director of Special Education.
Perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned. NOTE: After normal business hours may include, but is not limited to, Saturday Mandatory State Tutorials.

What You’ll Bring:

A passion for students, especially students with disabilities.
Ability and patience to work interactively with students, especially students with disabilities.
Advanced knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law.
Working knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities.
Advanced knowledge of and compliance with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process.
Knowledge of the development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process.
Knowledge of and compliance with Transition.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization.
Communicate effectively with all levels of students with disabilities, parents, administrative staff, and Campus Directors.
Ability to effectively interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic test results, state assessments scoring, transcripts, and grade point average.
Ability to transition with district, campus, and/or department changes.
Ability to communicate effectively with and receive guidance from supervisors
Manage multiple priorities effectively.

Education and Experience:

Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-Year College or University, preferably in the area of Special Education.
Valid Texas teaching certificate in the area of Special Education. (If alternative certified, letter of eligibility for special education certification is required)
Additional grade level or content area certification may be required for select positions.

Compensation:

Salaries for people entering this role are commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with ourbase salary schedule .This role is also eligible for various stipend opportunities and incentives.Supplemental hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school.Additionally, we offer medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits as well as retirement plans and a generous vacation package.

Position Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary: $50,400 to $52,200 423 – FSP Special Ed Funding

Equal Opportunity Employer

ResponsiveEd is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, ResponsiveEd prohibits retaliation against any employee who makes a claim alleging to have experienced discrimination, or any employee who, in good faith, makes a report, serves as a witness, or otherwise participates in an investigation.

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