Special Education Teacher Inclusion (Grades: K-5)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support students in grades K-5. This role involves collaborating with students, parents, and staff to create and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring that each child's educational needs are met. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teacher certificate, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This position requires regular attendance at the worksite, where the teacher will engage in a dynamic and supportive environment, helping students thrive academically and socially. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of special needs students, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid Texas teacher certificate required.
• One year of student teaching or approved internship needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students.
• Implement instructional programs and assess student achievement.
• Collaborate with staff and manage student behavior.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Knowledge of IEP Process

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Assessment Tools

Job description

Job Description - Special Education Teacher Inclusion (Grades: K-5) (RTP20250325-074)

Description

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP, and consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
• All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment/alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a directly related field
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsements.
• One year of student teaching or approved internship.
• Demonstrated willingness to improve competency by periodically participating in some form of professional growth.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Education Plan goal setting process and implementation.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.