Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. This full-time role for the 2026–2027 school year is based in Odessa, Texas, and combines instructional leadership with hands-on teaching. The teacher develops and implements IEPs, manages classroom behavior using PBIS, supervises paraprofessionals, and collaborates with families and staff to support students’ academic and social growth. Point Quest Group is a national provider of special education services partnering with more than 350 school districts. Its services include in-district support, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing. The organization describes its approach as student-first and grounded in collaboration, growth, and determination. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws. The job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- Texas Department of Education Teaching Certificate.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in special education.
- Two to five years of experience working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs.
- Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions.
- Proficiency with IEP documentation systems, such as IEP Pro.
Responsibilities
- Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
- Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
- Implement and manage the classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
- Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
- Attend and lead IEP meetings, write updates, and maintain compliant documentation.
- Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
- Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
- Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) match.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
