Special Education Teacher 2026-2027

ESC Region 11; Grandview (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ESC Region 11 is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide targeted instruction and supports for students with diverse needs at the assigned campus. You will develop and modify curricula, design lessons, and apply ARD-approved IEP goals to foster growth across intellectual, emotional, and social domains.

You will collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, and staff; participate in ARD meetings; and ensure compliance with district policies while maintaining a safe, supportive learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid Texas SPED certification.
• Texas SPED endorsement required for assignment.
• Experience with ARD/IEP processes and goal setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs through ARD with parents and staff.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill programs and document prep.
• Assess learning styles; plan strategies and materials.
• Present material per IEP guidelines using varied media.
• Collaborate with regular teachers to modify curricula for SPED students.
• Participate in ARD meetings regularly.
• Assist in selecting instructional books and media.
• Direct the work of instructional aides and volunteers.

Skills

Special education knowledge

ARD/IEP process knowledge

Curriculum adaptation

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate for SPED

Tools

Technology in instruction

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional
Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Assigned Campus

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 curriculum 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

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
3. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
4. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
3. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
4. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
5. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
2. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
3. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
4. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
5. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
6. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
7. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

Frequent walking

Lifting

May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment

Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress

Additional Responsibilities

May apply, will be directed by the principal and/or department director.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.