SPED SLC Teacher - Carrell ES

CARRELL ELEMENTARY; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrell Elementary in Princeton, Texas, seeks a SPED teacher to provide specialized instruction and support through ARD/IEP planning. The role requires collaboration with families and staff to tailor curricula for students with disabilities, ensuring growth across intellectual, emotional, physical, and social dimensions.

The candidate will implement individualized programs, assess learning styles, and adapt materials while participating in ARD meetings and curriculum planning in a supportive

Qualifications

• EC-12 Special Education certification and endorsement.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required SPED endorsements.
• Experience with ARD/IEP processes.
• Ability to adapt curricula for students with disabilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience in student teaching or related work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students and parents to develop IEPs through the ARD process.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development programs.
• Assess student learning styles and adapt instruction.
• Present material according to IEP guidelines using varied media.
• Assist regular teachers with inclusion and curriculum modifications.
• Participate in ARD meetings regularly.
• Select books and instructional media.

Skills

Special Education knowledge

Communication skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

Student assessment

Education

EC-12 Special Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

SPED SLC Teacher - Carrell ES

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Job Details

Job ID: 5913869
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Reports to: Principal

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: EC-12 Special Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs

Effective communication skills

Experience:

Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the 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.
• 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.

Student Growth and Development

• 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.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create 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 crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Hendricks
• 804 Mabel Ave
• Princeton, Texas 75407
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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