Special Education Teacher

BASIS.ed; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BASIS.ed is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our San Antonio Metro area team. You will oversee and deliver instructional services aligned with IEPs for students with disabilities, collaborating with general education teachers and service providers to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing interventions, writing IEPs, reporting progress, coordinating service providers, and supporting inclusive practices while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• Experience in a special education setting (1+ years preferred).
• Certification in CPI or TACT-2 for crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of IEP management systems such as ESPED or similar.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student data management systems.
• Accountability, communication, collaboration, adaptability, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education services in small groups or one-on-one settings to meet IEP goals.
• Participate in IEP meetings and ensure timely compliance with regulations.
• Develop and implement academic and behavioral intervention plans for students.
• Write, develop, and update IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
• Collect and report progress on IEP goals and maintain student data documentation.
• Coordinate itinerant service providers and schedule services/meetings.
• Assist in the evaluation process including initial assessments and reevaluations.
• Provide case management and communicate with families and staff.
• Support general education with differentiated instruction and inclusive practices.
• Maintain confidential and accurate student records.

Skills

Accountability

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Organization

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education

CPI or TACT-2 certification

Tools

ESPED

Microsoft Office

Student data management systems

Job description

BASIS is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our bright, passionate team in the San Antonio Metro area!

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing and delivering instructional services aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. This includes providing direct special education services, collaborating with general education teachers and service providers, and ensuring compliance with federal and state special education requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education services in small groups or one-on-one settings to meet IEP goals.
• Participate in IEP meetings and ensure timely compliance with all special education regulations.
• Develop and implement academic and behavioral intervention plans for students.
• Write, develop, and update IEPs, ensuring alignment with student needs, state regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
• Collect and report progress on IEP goals and maintain student data documentation.
• Coordinate itinerant service providers, including scheduling student services and meetings.
• Assist in the special education evaluation process, including initial assessments and reevaluations.
• Provide case management for students, including communication with families and staff.
• Support general education classroom teachers with differentiated instruction strategies and inclusive practices.
• Ensure student records are maintained with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Prepare data for internal and external reporting requirements.
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid fingerprint clearance per Texas state regulations.
• Eligible for hire in Texas Public Schools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field.
• Experience working in a special education setting (1+ years preferred).
• Certification in CPI or TACT-2 for crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of IEP management systems such as ESPED or similar.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student data management systems.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of work and responsibilities.
• Communication: Effectively conveys information in written and verbal form.
• Collaboration: Works well with general education staff, parents, and service providers.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to student needs and changes in instructional plans.
• Organization: Maintains accurate records and meets deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Analyzes student data and adjusts interventions accordingly.
• Interpersonal Skills: Builds positive and professional relationships with students, staff, and families.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the school day.
• Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• May require restraint training and intervention support as needed.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail].

*As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.