Special Education Teacher - Inspire Growth & Inclusion

Yorktown ISD; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorktown ISD is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide learning activities and experiences for students with special needs. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons aligned to IEP goals, working in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings as assigned.

The role emphasizes implementing instructional strategies, ongoing assessment, collaboration with regular teachers, and active participation in ARD meetings to support student growth and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements.
• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs.
• Effective communication skills.
• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• 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.
• 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
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Skills

Communication skills

IEP knowledge

Student teaching

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate

Job description

Yorktown ISD is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide learning activities and experiences for students with special needs. You will develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons aligned to IEP goals, working in self-contained, team, or itinerant settings as assigned.

The role emphasizes implementing instructional strategies, ongoing assessment, collaboration with regular teachers, and active participation in ARD meetings to support student growth and development.