Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

35-hour work week

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support elementary students in a self-contained Life Skills classroom in Stafford, TX. You will plan and deliver instruction aligned to IEP goals, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and school staff to foster growth.

Join a team that values consistent routines, positive behavioral supports, and strong communication with caregivers, with competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a 35-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Texas Special Education Certification with appropriate authorization for elementary grades K–5.
• Valid Texas Content Area or Generalist Certification for grades 1–5.
• Experience supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities and/or in a self-contained special education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction in a self-contained elementary Life Skills classroom for students with moderate to severe disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized instruction and classroom supports aligned with students’ IEP goals.
• Monitor student progress, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with school staff and families to support student development and success.
• Create a structured, supportive classroom environment that promotes academic, behavioral, communication, and functional skill development.

Skills

Self-contained classroom

IEP development

Collaboration with families

Disability experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Texas Special Education Certification for elementary K–5

Texas Content Area or Generalist Certification for grades 1–5

Job description

Make a lasting impact in the classroom by supporting students with diverse learning needs! Join Cross Country Education as a Special Education Teacher and help elementary students build academic, behavioral, communication, and life skills in a supportive learning environment in Stafford, TX.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction in a self-contained elementary Life Skills classroom for students with moderate to severe disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized instruction and classroom supports aligned with students’ IEP goals.
• Monitor student progress, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with school staff and families to support student development and success.
• Create a structured, supportive classroom environment that promotes academic, behavioral, communication, and functional skill development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid Texas Special Education Certification with appropriate authorization for elementary grades K–5
• Valid Texas Content Area or Generalist Certification for grades 1–5
• Experience supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities and/or in a self-contained special education setting preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn$51.50 - $52.60 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 consistent 35-hour work weekandpaid sick leave.

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.