Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education in Odessa, TX is seeking dynamic Special Education Teachers to support students with diverse learning needs for the 2026–2027 school year.

Deliver individualized instruction, develop and monitor IEPs, and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote student success and growth in an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Texas Special Education Certification with Generalist (K–8) endorsement.
• Valid Texas Fingerprint Clearance Card (FAST).
• Experience supporting students with diverse needs in a special education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction and individualized support to students with diverse learning needs by adapting curriculum and teaching strategies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs using student data and assessments to track progress and guide instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success and maintain communication regarding goals and progress.
• Utilize evidence-based practices, educational technology, and differentiated instruction to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaborative teamwork

Student data analysis

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education

Texas SPED Certification (K-8 Generalist)

Texas Fingerprint Clearance (FAST)

Job description

Ready to champion student growth and make a lasting impact? Cross Country Education is seeking dynamic Special Education Teachers to support students with diverse learning needs in Odessa, TX during the 2026–2027 school year.

Position Overview

• Deliver specialized instruction and individualized support to students with diverse learning needs by adapting curriculum and teaching strategies to promote academic growth.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), using student data and assessments to track progress and guide instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success and maintain effective communication regarding goals and progress.
• Utilize evidence-based practices, educational technology, and differentiated instruction to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid Texas Special Education Certification with Generalist (K–8) endorsement
• Valid Texas Fingerprint Clearance Card (FAST)
• Experience supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, cognitive, or developmental needs in a special education setting preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn$40.00 - $46.10 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full‑time school schedule (40 hours/week) with paid sick leave and school holidays off.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.