Special Education RISE Teacher - IDEA Edgecliff College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Fort Worth, TX

21h

About The Position

The Special Education RISE Teacher at IDEA Edgecliff College Prep supports students with a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities, with high achievement expectations that help them reach their fullest potential. RISE means Reaching Independence through Support and Education. Teachers instruct students in subjects including reading, writing, math, history, and adaptive physical education, and provide resources, education, training, and emotional support to families to help them plan for their children’s futures. The teacher adapts and delivers instruction, develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assesses student performance, tracks progress, and coordinates related services. The role also involves regular communication with students and families, collaboration with school staff, participation in meetings and professional learning, and helping create a productive, supportive classroom and school culture. The teacher oversees the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom. The position requires at least 40 hours at school per week. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on student needs. The starting salary for a teacher with zero years of experience is $63,500, with possible stipends and additional performance-based compensation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Valid Texas state certification in Special Education.
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment.
Ability to facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
Strong family engagement and communication skills.
Record of results for students who are academically at risk.
Commitment to the organization’s mission and high expectations for student achievement.
Willingness to accept accountability, act with urgency, learn from mistakes, respond to feedback, and work collaboratively across departments.
Professional conduct and behavior that models high standards for colleagues and students.
Ability to spend a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Special Education classroom setting with students who have significant disabilities (strongly preferred).
Appropriate grade- and subject-band core content certification(s) or a Texas Core Content Competency Worksheet.

Responsibilities

Adapt lessons to meet students’ needs and teach academic and other subjects, including reading, writing, math, history, and adaptive physical education.
Support coordination of related services for students on the teacher’s caseload.
Develop, implement, and update Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students on the caseload.
Assess students’ skills and performance, collect and analyze student data, track progress, and adjust teaching plans and lessons accordingly.
Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate student progress with students and families weekly, and discuss progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
Use technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of community.
Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect.
Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet students’ needs.
Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan that covers the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizes the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health support, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability and life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Possible relocation allowance, if applicable.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Potential stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership, ranging from $500 to $4,000 each.
Additional performance-based compensation.