Special Education Teacher — Shape IEPs & Student Growth

IDEA Public Schools; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental Health

Dental and Vision plans

Relocation allowance (if applicable)

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse needs through IEP-driven instruction. You will develop individualized plans, provide in-class support across subjects, and serve as a bridge between home and school for our highest-need learners.

Required: Bachelor’s Degree and Texas Special Education certification. Experience in a Special Education setting is preferred, with strong organizational and family engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution (required).
• Experience in a Special Education classroom setting is strongly preferred.
• 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 their progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.
• Assess students’ skills to determine needs and develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups including students in reading and math.
• Collect and analyze student data to maximize achievement.
• Communicate progress with families weekly.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance.

Skills

IEP development

Data tracking

Family engagement

Behavior management

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Texas seeks a Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse needs through IEP-driven instruction. You will develop individualized plans, provide in-class support across subjects, and serve as a bridge between home and school for our highest-need learners.

Required: Bachelor’s Degree and Texas Special Education certification. Experience in a Special Education setting is preferred, with strong organizational and family engagement skills.