Special Education Teachers and Coordinators - San Antonio (multiple locations)

0200 Great Hearts Texas Recruiting; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Texas Recruiting seeks Special Education Teachers and Coordinators for the San Antonio Academies. The roles involve planning, delivering, and evaluating individualized educational services within inclusion, resource, LID, and other settings, in collaboration with campus staff.

Coordinators will manage ARD/IEP processes on the assigned campus, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements, with strong communication to parents and staff essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education is required.
• Valid Texas Special Education teaching certification is required.
• Coordinators: Master's degree in Special Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Planning and providing specially designed instruction to students.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in accommodations and modifications.
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and related paperwork with state/federal compliance.
• Planning and facilitating ARD/IEP meetings and other coordination activities.
• Ongoing communication with parents, staff, and administration regarding student progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education services.

Skills

Special Education teaching

Collaboration with staff

ARD/IEP coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Special Education (preferred)

Job description

Position Title

Special Education Teachers and Coordinators-

Location

San Antonio Location: Great Hearts Texas - San Antonio Academies

Reports To

Headmaster

FLSA Status

Exempt, Salaried Position

Summaries

In consultation with other school personnel, the Special Education Teacher: Provides educational services to students with disabilities. Is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs, and instruction in the inclusion, resource, LID, and other instructional settings.

The Special Education Campus Coordinator (in collaboration with the Special Education Director, Regional Coordinator, and Campus Headmaster) will: Coordinate all aspects of the Child Centered Special Education Process on assigned campus. Ensure that the ARD/IEP process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications.
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process.
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Required/Preferred Education

• Teachers: Bachelor's degree required.
• Coordinators: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Teachers: 1-2 years teaching experience preferred.
• Coordinators: 3-5 years of successful Special Education teaching experience.
• Campus leadership experience in Special Education.
• Experience coaching/mentoring teachers and/or providing professional development.

Required Certifications

• Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification/Appropriate Board Licensure.
• Valid Texas Generalist/Core content Teaching Certification with required endorsements or training for relevant subject and level.

Physical Functions

Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required.

Travel

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Company Culture / EEO

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education.

We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas.

Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally.

At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds - inside and outside education - who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community.

Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, we foster a strong, supportive cohort of educators.

At Great Hearts, your passion and expertise will thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.