Teacher, Special Education ECSE (2026-2027 School Year) (10121)

Young World Physical Education; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 57,750 - 72,424; Full time

Job summary

Bastrop Independent School District is seeking a Special Education ECSE teacher for the Adelton Elementary School in Bastrop, Texas, for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on developing IEPs through ARD, delivering customized instruction, and collaborating with families and staff.

Applicants should hold a Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements and have at least one year of student teaching or approved internship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements.
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting and implementation.
• At least one year student teaching or approved internship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with families and staff to develop IEPs through ARD for each student.
• Implement instructional or therapeutic programs and document preparation.
• Plan using diverse instructional methods and adapt curricula for students with disabilities.
• Participate in ARD meetings and assess student learning styles.
• Use technology in teaching and supervise aides/volunteers.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and prepare reports.

Skills

ARD/IEP knowledge

Assessment of student learning

Collaboration with parents/staff

IEP goal setting

Instructional planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Teacher, Special Education ECSE (2026-2027 School Year) (10121)

Bastrop Independent School District Adelton Elementary School - Bastrop, Texas

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 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.
• Experience: At least one year student teaching or approved internship.

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 an 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.
• 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, 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.

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.
• 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.

Supervision Exercised

Supervise assigned teacher 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 heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint (SAMA), assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment.
• Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; frequent districtwide travel; work with frequent interruptions; work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $57,750 to $72,424 Per Year