Special Education Teacher

Job Description Position Type: Middle School Teaching / Special Education Location: New Diana Middle School Starting Date: Immediately Posting Date: 6/23/2026 Special Education Teacher Middle School Primary Purpose: Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned. Qualifications Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments. Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area. Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal-setting and implementation. Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs. Effective communication skills. Life Skills instruction experience. Experience: At least 3 years' experience teaching Special Education and or Life Skills is preferred. Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop IEPs through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill-development program for assigned students and provide written evidence of preparation as required. Conduct assessments of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect the learning styles and needs of assigned students. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis. Participate in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media. Student Growth and Development Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students. Classroom Management and Organization Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Plan and assign the work of teacher aides and volunteers and oversee completion. Other Responsibilities Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Supervisory Responsibilities Direct the work of instructional aides. Mental, Physical, and Environmental Demands Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment. Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting. Motion: Frequent walking. Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; may work prolonged or irregular hours. Environment: Exposure to biological hazards. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Contact Information Robin Edmonds 1373 US 259 Diana, Texas 75640 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Job Details Job ID: 5797501 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: 6/23/2026 Position Type: Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr