Special Education Teacher

Point Quest, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 60,614 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) match

More benefits

Job summary

Point Quest Group in Odessa, TX is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead a classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. You will develop and implement IEPs, adapt curriculum, and coordinate with families and staff to support each student's growth.

You will supervise paraprofessionals, lead IEP meetings, and use PBIS to track behavior and progress. A Texas Teaching Certificate and Bachelor's degree are required; a Master’s is preferred.

Qualifications

• Texas Department of Education Teaching Certificate required.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master’s in special education preferred.
• 2–5 years experience with students with learning or social-emotional needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Implement and manage PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom.
• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation.
• Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
• Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas Teaching Certificate

Tools

IEP Pro

Job description

Job Title

Special Education Teacher

Pay Range

$44 - $50 per hour (Full-Time)

Location

Odessa, TX

About the Role

Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. Develop and implement IEPs, manage classroom behavior using PBIS, supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support each student's academic and social growth. The role combines instructional leadership with hands‑on teaching in a supportive, mission‑driven environment.

Why Join Us

Join a team founded and operated by practitioners and therapists who understand the work and prioritize meaningful support.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• More benefits

What You'll Do

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Implement and manage classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom.
• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation.
• Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
• Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Texas Department of Education Teaching Certificate
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred:

• Master’s in special education
• 2–5 years working with students with learning and/or social‑emotional needs
• Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with IEP documentation systems (e.g., IEP Pro)

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through in‑district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver personalized support to help students succeed.

Legal Notice

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.