Special Education Teacher — IEPs & Student Growth

IDEA Public Schools; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health

Dental and Vision Plan

Disability/Life Insurance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to support students with diverse learning needs. You will develop IEPs, adapt lessons, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and staff to maximize growth.

Requires valid Texas Special Education certification, classroom experience, strong communication and organizational skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, stipends, and growth opportunities within a mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution (required).
• Experience: Experience in a Special Education classroom setting (strongly preferred).
• Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas state certification in Special Education (required).

Responsibilities

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect progress and goals.
• Assess students’ skills to determine needs and develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups including students in general education, 504, RTI, and ELL.
• Collect and analyze student data to maximize achievement.
• Communicate students’ progress with families weekly.
• Host tutoring sessions after school or on Saturdays as needed.

Skills

Core subjects knowledge

Curriculum & instruction

Behavior management

Organization skills

Communication skills

Family engagement

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Texas Special Education Certification

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a dedicated Special Education teacher to support students with diverse learning needs. You will develop IEPs, adapt lessons, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and staff to maximize growth.

Requires valid Texas Special Education certification, classroom experience, strong communication and organizational skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, stipends, and growth opportunities within a mission-driven team.