Special Education Teacher - IEP & ARD Advocate

Prosper ISD; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosper ISD in Texas seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to provide learning activities and experiences designed to help students reach their potential across intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons tailored to student ability levels, working in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacities as assigned.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting.
• Ability to adapt curricula for students with special needs.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEP through ARD for each student.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students.
• Assess student learning styles and plan appropriate strategies and materials.
• Present material per IEP guidelines using diverse media and technology.
• Work with teachers to modify regular curricula for SPED students.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Participate in selecting books and instructional media.
• Create a learning environment conducive to student growth.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline per IEP.
• Take precautions to protect students and equipment; supervise support staff.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Effective communication

Collaboration

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas SPED certification

Job description

Prosper ISD in Texas seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to provide learning activities and experiences designed to help students reach their potential across intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons tailored to student ability levels, working in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacities as assigned.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, Texas teaching certificate with SPED endorsements, and