SpEd Teacher/Coach

Comal Independent School District; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Comal Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to design learning activities and modify curricula for students with diverse needs. You will collaborate with ARD teams, implement IEP goals, and support athletic programs as needed.

A Texas teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements and ESL certification within one year are required. This role emphasizes student growth and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements.
• ESL Certification within one year of employment is required for some duties.
• Teaching certification in multiple areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ARD Committee to develop IEPs for students.
• Plan and implement instructional and athletic activities per IEP goals.
• Modify curricula and materials to meet diverse abilities.
• Coach students in designated athletic programs and supervise practices.
• Maintain records and participate in faculty meetings.
• Use technology to support teaching and learning.
• Provide a positive role model and uphold district policies.

Skills

IEP process

ARD meetings

Curriculum adaptation

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Coaching athletics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate (SPED)

ESL Certification within 1 year

Multiple endorsements preferred

Job description

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 student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned. Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in sport assigned. Contribute to education program as a whole and to growth of students involved in athletics.

Education / Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• Teaching certification held in multiple areas is preferred.
• Elementary School Teachers: Teachers must obtain ESL Certification within one year of employment.
• Middle School English Language Arts Teachers must obtain ESL Certification within one year of employment. ESL certification for all other MS Teachers is preferred.
• High School Teachers: ESL Certification is preferred.

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.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures is preferred.
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules are preferred. Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.

Experience / Other Requirements

• At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship.
• Prior coaching experience is preferred.
• Personal cell phone is required to handle district related business, including after hours, or when away from the office on district business.
• Class B CDL with P and S endorsement (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
  • Attend state mandated 20 hour TEA certification class.
  • Take a refresher course every three years to maintain certification.

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.
• 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.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology in teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, and medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
• Drive student athletes to sporting events.
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

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. This includes 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.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Other

• 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.
• Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance ad learning the records retention schedule for department records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s), assistant coach(es), and student athletic assistant(s).

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment.
• May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities.
• Control behavior through physical restraint.
• Assist non-ambulatory students.
• Exposure to biological hazards.
• Potential exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.