Teacher - Special Ed

Young World Physical Education; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Teacher for Special Education in Waco, Texas. This role requires maintaining compliance with federal and state policies while serving as a Special Education Case Manager. Responsibilities include developing and overseeing IEPs, collaborating with general education staff, and providing specially-designed instruction. A Bachelor’s degree, valid Texas teaching certificate, and expertise in instructional strategies are essential. Knowledge of disability categories and the ARD Committee process is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificates with required special education endorsements.
• Ability to develop specially-designed instruction.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Special Education Case Manager and oversee student IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure service delivery.
• Manage student behavior according to behavior intervention plans.

Skills

Knowledge of disability categories

Expertise in differentiated instructional strategies

Ability to analyze data

Superior organizational skills

Knowledge of ARD Committee process

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements

Job description

Teacher - Special Ed

Waco ISD – Waco, Texas

Job ID: 5708188

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 12, 2026 7:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher – Special Education

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Contracted

Reports To: Principal(s)

Pay Grade/Days: Teacher/187

Dept./School: Assigned Campus(es)

Date Revised: June 2017

Primary Purpose: Serve as Special Education Case Manager, develop and oversee implementation of student IEPs, collect and analyze data on student progress, monitor adherence to attendance and discipline policies, maintain compliance with federal, state and district policies, and provide specially‑designed instruction using research‑based methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate(s) with required special education endorsements
• Knowledge of disability categories and ability to develop specially‑designed instruction
• Expertise in differentiated instructional strategies, academic and behavioral
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to analyze data to recommend instructional practices
• Ability to manage personnel when necessary
• Superior organizational, time‑management, communication, public‑relations, interpersonal skills
• Superior problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal‑setting and implementation

Experience

• Approved student teaching/internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Comply with all Special Education Case Manager responsibilities per handbook, department, and district procedures.
• Develop, oversee implementation, and monitor student IEPs.
• Report progress to parents/guardians as outlined in IEPs.
• Train general education teachers to implement IEPs before first day of instruction and after each ARD.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure students receive services outlined in IEPs and make progress in the general curriculum; individualized per IEP.
• Attend all required meetings (ARD, Case Manager, staff, faculty, PLC).
• Serve as liaison between general and special education, disseminating professional development.
• Collaborate in ARD Committee process to develop IEPs for each student.
• Plan and use research‑based instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment based on student needs.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher paraprofessionals and volunteers as required.
• Prepare lessons and lesson plans as required.
• Manage student behavior, including implementation of behavior intervention plans and research‑based interventions.
• Intervene in crisis situations and safe restraint per district procedures.
• Establish and maintain communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and required documents, including the Special Education Principal’s Notebook.
• Perform other duties related to Special Education as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher paraprofessionals.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pulling, and pushing. 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, and assist non‑ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Waco Independent School District is an equal‑opportunity educational provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics in educational programs or employment. The District is required by Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Age Discrimination Act, Section 504, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable laws and policies to provide equal opportunity.