Special Education Teacher

Region 18 ESC; Marathon (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 18 ESC seeks a qualified Special Education teacher to provide tailored learning experiences and support for students with special needs. Responsibilities include developing or modifying curricula, preparing instructional materials, and collaborating across teams to meet ARD/IEP goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements. Effective communication and ability to adapt instruction for diverse learners are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment.
• Knowledge of ARD/IEP goal setting and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences to promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
• Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and instructional materials matched to student ability levels.
• Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Salary Schedule As per District Salary Schedule

Start Date August 2024

Technology Literacy Keyboard, E-mail, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Internet, Other

Subject Area/Teaching Field/Endorsement Special Education

Additional Job Information

Primary Purpose

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 accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

Special Knowledge/Skills

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

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience