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

IDEA Public Schools•Midland, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEA Special Education RISE teachers help students with a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities reach their fullest potential through high academic expectations. RISE teachers provide instruction across subjects including reading, writing, math, history, and adaptive physical education. They also provide resources, education, training, and emotional support to families to help them plan for their children’s long-term needs. The teacher adapts instruction, develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assesses student skills and progress, analyzes student data, and coordinates related services for students on their caseload. The role involves regular communication with students and families, collaboration with colleagues, supporting student transitions, and using consistent behavior management practices. Teachers participate in meetings, tutoring, professional learning, and campus duties, and spend at least 40 hours per week at school. Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, depending on student needs. The position may oversee the daily work of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom. IDEA Public Schools is a multi-state network of tuition-free Pre-K–12 public charter schools serving more than 80,000 students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, and Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Valid Texas state certification in Special Education.
Appropriate grade- and subject-band core content certification(s) or a Texas Core Content Competency Worksheet.
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 varied 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Special Education classroom setting with students who have significant disabilities is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Adapt lessons to meet students’ needs.
Support coordination of related services for students on the teacher’s caseload.
Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
Implement IEPs, assess student performance, and track progress.
Update IEPs during the school year to reflect student progress and goals.
Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and develop teaching plans.
Collect and analyze student data to inform decisions that maximize achievement.
Discuss student progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
Prepare students to transition between grades and after graduation.
Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet academic expectations.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
Use formal and informal assessments to monitor individual progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate student progress to students and families weekly.
Use technology for communication, education, student achievement, and work-related tasks.
Implement a clear, consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives and develop students’ character and sense of community.
Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Build and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for their communities.
Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.
Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
Participate in summer, year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Spend at least 40 hours per week at school.
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom, if applicable.
Perform additional duties such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned based on student needs.

Benefits

Base medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered; the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children are subsidized.
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 for a qualifying degree program, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
A relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.
Starting teacher salary of $63,500 for zero years of experience; the role is eligible for stipends ranging from $500 to $4,000 each based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership, and additional performance-based compensation.
Additional hourly compensation for after-school tutoring or Saturday school when assigned.