Special Education Teacher - IDEA Eastside Academy (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

IDEA Special Education teachers support the achievement of students with a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They develop individualized plans, provide in-class support in subjects such as reading, writing, and math, and teach content mastery to students according to their accommodations and service minutes. The teacher also serves as a bridge between home and school for students with significant needs and their families. The role includes adapting instruction, developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assessing and tracking student progress, communicating with families and colleagues, and supporting students’ transitions between grades and after graduation. Teachers work with students who are academically at risk, including students in general education, 504, response-to-intervention, special education, and English Language Learner settings. They participate in meetings, tutoring, professional learning, and school activities, and spend at least 40 hours per week at school. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school. The position also oversees the daily work of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Valid Texas state certification in Special Education.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject, curriculum, and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.
Ability to facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings.
Strong family engagement and communication skills.
A record of results for students who are academically at risk.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Special Education classroom setting.

Responsibilities

Adapt lessons to meet students’ needs.
Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
Assess student performance, track progress, and update IEPs throughout the school year.
Assess students’ skills and needs and develop teaching plans.
Teach small groups of students who are academically at risk in reading and/or math, including students in general education, 504, response-to-intervention, special education, and English Language Learner settings.
Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions and maximize achievement.
Discuss students’ progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
Use formal and informal assessments to track individual progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate students’ progress to students and families weekly.
Use technology effectively for communication, instruction, student achievement, and work-related tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives.
Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Build cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect.
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.
Engage in summer, year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Spend a minimum of 40 hours per week at school.
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom.
Perform additional duties such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned based on scholar needs.

Benefits

Starting teacher salary of $59,500 for zero years of experience.
Stipends of $500–$4,000 based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership.
Additional performance-based compensation.
Additional hourly compensation for after-school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.
Medical plan with the employer covering the majority of the employee premium and subsidizing most costs for a spouse or domestic partner and children.
Eligible staff may receive up to eight 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 and life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Relocation allowance may be offered, if applicable.