SPED Self Contained Teacher (Grades: K-5)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District in Dallas, TX is seeking a SPED Self Contained Teacher for grades K-5. The role involves collaborating with ARD committees to develop IEPs, implementing instructional programs, and coordinating with classroom staff to adapt curricula to students with disabilities.

The position requires a Texas teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsements, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to maintain timely records and reports in accordance with district

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of ARD/IEP processes and goal setting.
• Bachelor's degree and valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements.
• Familiarity with basic MS Word and Excel for reports.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and ARD committee to develop IEPs.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill-building programs.
• Plan activities aligned to learning styles and needs.
• Modify curricula with classroom teachers as needed.
• Participate in ARD meetings and communicate programs to families.
• Consult on behavior management per IEP guidelines.
• Conduct assessments and maintain required records and reports.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and safety.
• Maintain punctual attendance at the worksite.

Skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

Curriculum adaptation

IEP goal setting

Student behavior management

Strong collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + Texas certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description - SPED Self Contained Teacher (Grades: K-5) (RTP20260909-046)

Job Description

SPED Self Contained Teacher (Grades: K-5) - ( RTP20260909-046 )

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.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students 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; Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP; Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing; Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• 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

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Educational Plan goal setting process and implementation.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws, regulations, practices, principles, and procedures pertaining to auditing and accounting
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and conclusive audit work papers and concise narrative audit reports
• Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in working with various district and non-district personnel
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.
  

***Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)***