Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

BASIS Leander is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our bright, passionate team!

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for overseeing and delivering instructional services aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. This includes providing direct special education services, collaborating with general education teachers and service providers, and ensuring compliance with federal and state special education requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education services in small groups or one-on-one settings to meet IEP goals.
• Participate in IEP meetings and ensure timely compliance with all special education regulations.
• Develop and implement academic and behavioral intervention plans for students.
• Write, develop, and update IEPs, ensuring alignment with student needs, state regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
• Collect and report progress on IEP goals and maintain student data documentation.
• Coordinate itinerant service providers, including scheduling student services and meetings.
• Assist in the special education evaluation process, including initial assessments and reevaluations.
• Provide case management for students, including communication with families and staff.
• Support general education classroom teachers with differentiated instruction strategies and inclusive practices.
• Ensure student records are maintained with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Prepare data for internal and external reporting requirements.
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Valid Texas Special Education certification.
• Valid fingerprint clearance per Texas state regulations.
• Eligible for hire in Texas Public Schools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in special education or a related field.
• Experience working in a special education setting (1+ years preferred).
• Certification in CPI or TACT-2 for crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of IEP management systems such as ESPED or similar.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student data management systems.

Competencies & Skills

• Accountability: Takes ownership of work and responsibilities.
• Communication: Effectively conveys information in written and verbal form.
• Collaboration: Works well with general education staff, parents, and service providers.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to student needs and changes in instructional plans.
• Organization: Maintains accurate records and meets deadlines.
• Problem-Solving: Analyzes student data and adjusts interventions accordingly.
• Interpersonal Skills: Builds positive and professional relationships with students, staff, and families.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the school day.
• Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• May require restraint training and intervention support as needed.

Note: The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.