Special Education Teacher - IDEA Converse Academy (26-27)

IDEA Public Schools • Converse, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Special Education teachers at IDEA Converse Academy are responsible for the academic achievement and support of special education students. This role involves developing individualized education plans (IEPs), working with students with diverse learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities, and providing in-class support for subjects like reading, writing, and math. Special Education teachers also teach content mastery for students requiring specific accommodations and service minutes. They serve as a vital link between home and school for high-need students and their families.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution (required)
• Valid Texas state certification in Special Education (required)
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• 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 meetings
• Strong family engagement and communication
• Record of results for students who are academically at risk

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Special Education classroom setting (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.
• Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups consisting of students that are academically at risk in reading and/or math to include students in general education, 504, response-to-intervention, Special Education and English Language Learners.
• Collect and analyze student data in order to make effective decisions to maximize achievement.
• Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update gradebook weekly.
• Communicate students’ progress with student and family on a weekly basis.
• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work related tasks.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus- wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Help shape and develop a school wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all 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.
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week.
• Additional responsibilities may include: after-school tutoring or Saturday school and are based on the needs of our scholars.
• Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom.

Benefits

• Starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $59,500.
• Eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each.
• Additional performance-based compensation.
• Additional hourly compensation is provided for after school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.
• Comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to​ 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Parenting benefits.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development.
• 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level