SPED Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 9-12)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District seeks an SPED Inclusion Teacher for grades 9-12. The role focuses on developing IEPs through ARD, implementing targeted instructional programs, and collaborating with general educators to adapt curricula for students with special needs.

You will conduct ongoing assessments, manage behaviors per IEP, and coordinate with families and staff. A valid Texas SPED certificate and one year of eligible experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a directly related field is required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with Special Education endorsements.
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth.
• Familiarity with ARD/IEP processes and goals.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction for special needs.
• Ability to manage diverse student needs and environments.
• Solid organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated adaptability to a rapidly changing world.
• Commitment to staying current with professional developments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs via ARD.
• Implement instructional or therapeutic programs and document prep.
• Support regular classes by modifying curricula as needed.
• Use varied instructional techniques to meet student needs.
• Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Manage behavior and follow IEP-dictated interventions.
• Consult with teachers and resources on student needs.
• Comply with regulations for special education staff.
• Perform other assigned duties and maintain punctual attendance.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Professional growth

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Texas teaching certificate w/ Special Ed endorsements

Job description

SPED Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 9-12) (RTP20260910-010)

• 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.
• Performs 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 Educations 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.