Special Education Teacher - IDEA Achieve College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Haltom City, TX

15h

About The Position

IDEA Special Education teachers support the achievement of students with disabilities by developing individualized plans and working with students with a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They 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 role also serves as a bridge between school and home for students with significant needs and their families. The teacher develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assesses student needs and progress, adjusts instruction, and communicates regularly with students and families. The position includes collaboration with parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, and other staff; participation in school meetings, duties, and professional learning; and a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week. Additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on student needs. The teacher may oversee 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 varied situations in a school environment.
Ability to facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings.
Strong family engagement and communication skills.
Record of results for students who are academically at risk.
Commitment to the organization’s mission and belief that all students can get to and through college.
Demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and willingness to be held accountable.
Propensity for action, willingness to learn from mistakes, and ability to respond quickly to feedback.
Ability to work with urgency and purpose, thrive in a high-growth environment, and adapt to ambiguity and change.
Ability to work across departments and build strong relationships.
Professional conduct and behavior consistent with serving as a model for colleagues and students.
Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week.
Selected candidates must submit official electronic service records from previous educational employers to verify creditable service and determine applicable compensation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Special Education classroom setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Adapt lessons to meet students’ needs.
Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
Implement IEPs, assess student performance, track progress, and update IEPs to reflect progress and goals.
Assess students’ skills and needs to develop teaching plans.
Teach small groups of academically at-risk students in reading and/or math, including students in general education, 504, response-to-intervention, Special Education, and English Language Learner programs.
Collect and analyze student data to make instructional decisions that maximize achievement.
Discuss student progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
Prepare and help students transition between grades and after graduation.
Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet academic expectations.
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 as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community.
Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain 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 and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Oversee the daily work and responsibilities of a Special Education Co-Teacher (para-professional) in the RISE classroom, if applicable.

Benefits

Starting teacher salary of $63,500 for zero years of experience.
Stipends ranging from $500 to $4,000 based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership.
Additional performance-based compensation.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered, with the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
Paid family leave of up to 8 weeks for eligible staff, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, to a maximum of $5,250 per year, 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.
Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.