Teacher – Special Education (Co-teach/Inclusion) – Elementary – 2026-2027
Job ID: 5682537
Location: Judson ISD, All Elementary Schools – Live Oak, Texas
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Posted: Apr 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $331.28 – Funding: Special Education
Job Description
Title: Special Education Teacher
Department: Campus Based
Reports To: Campus Principal
Compensation: Teacher Pay Scale
Days: 187
Origin: Co-teach or Inclusion positions only
Primary Purpose
Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfil 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 Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements
- Valid Texas Driver’s License
- Successful completion of fingerprinting background check; employee pays non‑refundable fee (~$50)
Special Knowledge/ Skills
- Knowledge of student special needs in assigned areas
- Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal‑setting and implementation
- Ability 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 staff to develop IEPs through the ARD Committee process for each assigned student.
- Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill‑development program for assigned students and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
- Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, materials, and equipment reflecting learning styles and needs.
- Present subject matter effectively and according to IEP guidelines. Employ variety of instructional techniques and media, including technology.
- Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
- Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
- 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 as stated in IEP.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
- Consult district and outside resource personnel regarding educational, social, medical, and personal needs.
Classroom Management and Organization
- Create learning environment conducive to student learning and appropriate for emotional and social development.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including crisis intervention and restraining as necessary according to IEP.
- Consult with classroom teachers regarding student behavior management per IEP.
- Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Plan and supervise teacher aide(s) and volunteers; oversee completion.
Other Responsibilities
- Conduct conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
- Participate in staff development activities.
- Stay informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations for special education teachers.
- Compile, maintain, and file required reports and records.
- Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Maintain professional demeanor and appearance.
- Ensure compliance with Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics.
- Daily attendance and punctuality required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct work of instructional aide(s). Supervision of students required; district personnel supervision not required.
Equipment Used
- Office equipment: computer, printer, calculator, multi‑line telephone, software, copier, fax, etc.
- Communication equipment: radio communication, cellular phone.
- Video monitoring equipment.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
- Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Work with frequent interruptions.
Physical Demands
- Frequent: sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, color discrimination, driving, traveling.
- Occasional: lifting moderate loads (15‑44 lbs); carrying moderate loads (15‑44 lbs).
Environmental Factors
- Frequent exposure: temperature extremes, humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration.
- Occasional exposure: biological hazards, work outside, near moving vehicles, uneven surfaces, lone work, prolonged or irregular hours.
Nondiscrimination Statement
The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.