Special Education Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Effectively oversee instructional programs for students with special needs in partnership with general education teachers.

• Engage in regular consultations with learning coaches and students through telephone, internet, and curriculum resources.

• Involve yourself in all phases of the ARD/IEP process.

• Provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching, and general strategies for managing a caseload of students.

• Create, compose, and ensure the execution of IEPs.

• Assess tests and evaluations, complete progress reports, and hold parent conferences.

• Maintain communication with parents and learning coaches to ensure IEP objectives are achieved and student needs are met.

• Collaborate with teachers and coordinate specially designed instruction as outlined in IEPs.

• Deliver direct services to students, including through web-conferencing software.

• Plan, organize, and facilitate IEP-related meetings virtually.

• Take part in the school’s Student Support Team.

• Assist teachers and learning coaches in developing and implementing program modifications and strategies.

• Support with IEP documentation, paperwork, and procedures.

• Coordinate with HISD service providers for related services required by IEPs.

• Maintain precise data in the Learning Management System and special education platform.

• Aid in state testing and manage IEP-mandated special accommodations.

• Execute other responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Certification in Special Education (EC-12).

• Valid Special Education credential in Texas.

• ACP candidates pursuing an internship are not eligible.

• Commitment to completing a professional development course for online teaching that meets TxVSN criteria.

• Experience with policy (IDEA) and/or administration in Special Education.

• Strong technological proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office and Google applications.

• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.

• Customer-oriented mindset.

• High level of adaptability.

• Proven capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• History of being a collaborative team member.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for marketing, state testing, and school-related events, which may include overnight stays.

• Capability to utilize a personal electronic device and email for two-step authentication.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.