Special Education Teacher

Big Brainbox; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunities within BBX/BB

Professional development

Access to cutting-edge STEM tools

Job summary

Big Brainbox in Frisco, TX, seeks a compassionate Special Education Teacher to lead academic and STEM programs for neurodiverse students. You will design and implement individualized instruction, collaborate with families, and adapt curricula to support IEP goals.

Flexible, part-time schedule after school and on Saturdays, with opportunities for leadership and professional development. You will work with a dedicated team using cutting-edge STEM tools to help students build confidence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or related field.
• Current or past Special Education experience in the state of Texas or any other state.
• Deep understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disorders
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of IEP and 504 plan implementation
• Ability to identify and apply learning modalities in instruction

Responsibilities

• Identify student needs and custom education plans which can go hand-in-hand with IEP at the school district
• Contribute to lesson planning and curriculum development
• Modify the educational curriculum to best meet the needs of each student
• Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques
• Create and enforce classroom rules and procedures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records
• Write and submit necessary reports
• Communicate with parents and school personnel

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

IEP implementation

Differentiated instruction

Neurodiversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

About Big Brainbox

Big Brainbox is a Student Readiness Platform — experiential education focused in STEM and Academic competency development. We build confidence, capability, and readiness in students through an experiential methodology designed for real-world outcomes. Our standards are institutional, neurodiversity is our strength, our model is built for scale, and we hold STEM.org certification with a Best in STEM Top 5% designation.

THE ROLE

BBX Teachers are our highest instructional tier. You'll independently lead academic and STEM programs with full ownership of the student experience — from instruction design to implementation. You bring proven experience with diverse learners, including neurodiverse students and those with IEPs and 504 plans, and you know how to build applied learning experiences that produce real outcomes. We are seeking an energetic and experienced Special Education Teacher to join our team! As a Special Education Teacher, you will work with students with academic or physical challenges. Your goal is to recognize their individual educational needs and set them up for long-term academic success. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, and dedicated to helping students reach their potential.

RATIOS

We have 3 learning models. Collaborative, Focused and Dynamic/Adaptive. Collaborative (or small group) is planned to be at 5:1 ratio. Focused instruction is at 1:1 and Dynamic/Adaptive which is neurodiversity teaching is at 1:1 with emphasis on various adaptations needed for the student.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify student needs and custom education plans which can go hand-in-hand with IEP at the school district
• Contribute to lesson planning and curriculum development
• Modify the educational curriculum to best meet the needs of each student
• Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques
• Create and enforce classroom rules and procedures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records
• Write and submit necessary reports
• Communicate with parents and school personnel

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or related field.
• Current or Past Special education experience in the state of Texas or any other state.
• Deep understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disorders
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of IEP and 504 plan implementation
• Ability to identify and apply learning modalities in instruction

WHAT YOU GET

• Flexible schedule — part-time (after-school) / weekend (saturday)
• Leadership opportunities within BBX programs
• Structured professional development
• Access to cutting-edge STEM tools and curriculum
• Employee discounts through ADP
• A mission-driven team invested in your growth

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

BBX is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected attribute. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Join us and help redefine education for the next generation.