Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving students in its special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Using consultation, resource, and inclusion models across a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team supports students while seeking to ensure they spend as much time as appropriate in the general classroom. The Special Education Teacher teaches students receiving special education and related services, provides direct and consultative services, and supports implementation of individual education plans. The role includes planning and monitoring instruction aligned with IEP goals; preparing and maintaining required special education documentation; facilitating committee meetings; collaborating with families, staff, related service providers, and administrators; and helping transition newly enrolled students who qualify for special education and related services. The position is based at Great Hearts Northern Oaks Lower School in San Antonio, Texas, and reports to the Headmaster.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- 1–2 years of special education experience.
- Valid Texas Special Education Certification and Generalist or Core Academic Subject Area certification relevant to the grades served.
- U.S. work authorization.
- Successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree.
Responsibilities
- Plan learning activities aligned with individual student IEP goals, including specially designed instruction.
- Teach subjects and lessons to students receiving special education and related services.
- Monitor and track student progress.
- Provide direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment.
- Collaborate with related service providers and assist general education staff in implementing accommodations and modifications.
- Write and maintain IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Plan and facilitate committee meetings throughout the special education process.
- Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Facilitate the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
