Special Education Teacher

Job Posting

Job Type: Contract

Location: Manor, Texas

Salary: $45 - $50 Hourly

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Position Details:

Title: Special Education Teacher

Location: Manor, TX

Duration: October 8, 2026 – May 28, 2027

Onsite/Virtual: Onsite

Position Type: Contract

Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week, from Monday to Friday

Student Age Group: Elementary/Middle

Case Load: Approximately 8 students (3 primarily self-contained, 5 receiving inclusion support).

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and Texas special education regulations.

Deliver individualized instruction to students with autism in both self-contained and inclusive classroom environments.

Modify curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to meet each student's unique learning needs.

Foster student growth in academic achievement, communication, social-emotional development, and functional and daily living skills.

Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and evidence-based positive behavior supports.

Monitor student progress, collect data, and prepare required documentation.

Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers (SLP, OT, PT), school psychologists, diagnosticians, and families.

Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.

Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

Create a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment that encourages student independence and success.

Attend professional development, staff meetings, and required district trainings.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.

Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification.

Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and Texas special education regulations.

Strong classroom management and instructional skills.

Previous experience working with students with autism or in a special education classroom is preferred.

Experience implementing behavior intervention strategies is preferred.

ESL or Bilingual certification is a plus.

Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.