Special Education Teacher | Garland, Texas

Job Description

Job Description

Make a lasting difference in students’ lives with this rewarding contract opportunity as a Special Education Teacher, supporting elementary learners in a dynamic, collaborative setting. This full-time role offers you the chance to tailor education plans, foster social-emotional growth, and create a positive, inclusive environment for students in either a life skills, autism, or behavior-focused classroom. You’ll work at one elementary school site, supporting a centralized unit with dedicated spaces that provide both small-group learning and mainstream activities such as art and PE.

What You’ll Need:

• Accredited bachelor’s degree
• Valid Texas Special Education EC-12 teaching certificate
• Recent fingerprint clearance through TEA (or willingness to complete)
• Experience working with students in self-contained, life skills, or behavior classrooms strongly preferred
• Commitment to individualized instruction and inclusive educational practices
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with education teams and families
• Flexibility to adapt to varied student needs and classroom settings

Your Day-to-Day Could Include:

• Designing and implementing IEPs tailored to student strengths and needs
• Modifying core academic curricula for diverse learning levels
• Engaging in small group rotations and facilitating inclusion during lunch, art, and PE
• Collaborating with paraprofessionals and related service providers
• Cultivating positive student relationships and supporting emotional regulation
• Maintaining compliance with state, district, and federal guidelines
• Participating in professional development opportunities to enhance your skills

If you’re ready to support young learners in reaching their full potential within an encouraging and well-resourced environment, take the next step in your career. Apply today to start making a difference for students, educators, and families, and to find the classroom placement that fits your expertise and passion.

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