Special Education Teacher - IDEA Health Professions College Prep

Position: Special Education Teacher - IDEA Health Professions College Prep (Immediate Opening)

Role Mission

IDEA Special Education teachers support the achievement of students with wide learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They develop individualized plans, provide in‑class support for reading, writing, and math, teach content mastery, and serve as a bridge between home and school.

What We Offer

Compensation
Starting salary for 0 years of experience is $58,500. Eligible for stipends ranging from $500 to $4,000 and a Teacher Career Pathway that can earn up to $10,000 in additional compensation. Hourly compensation is also provided for after‑school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

Benefits
Comprehensive health plan, dental, vision, life, disability, and 403(b). Paid Family Leave up to 8 weeks, Tuition Reimbursement up to 50% of $5,250 per year, Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health with counseling sessions. Flexible spending account and generous vacation time. Relocation allowance may be offered.

What You Bring – Competencies

Education
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year institution.

Experience
Experience in a Special Education classroom setting (strongly preferred).

Licenses
Valid Texas state certification in Special Education (required).

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subjects and curriculum & instruction.
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Adapt and adjust to a multitude of situations.
• Facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings.
• Strong family engagement and communication.
• Record of results for academically at‑risk students.

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

• Adapt lessons to meet student needs.
• Develop IEPs for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess performance and track progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the year to reflect progress and goals.
• Assess student skills and develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups of academically at‑risk students in reading and/or math, including general education, 504, RTI, Special Education and ELL.
• Collect and analyze data to make effective decisions that maximize achievement.
• Discuss progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Use formal and informal assessments to track progress and adjust plans; update gradebook weekly.
• Communicate progress to students and families on a weekly basis.
• Use technology to improve achievement and manage work tasks.
• Implement a clear behavior management system aligned to campus initiatives.
• Help shape a school‑wide culture that fosters a productive learning environment.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with students and families based on trust and respect.
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check‑ins, grade‑level meetings and school‑wide functions.
• Engage in summer and year‑long learning and development.
• Spend a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week.
• Additional responsibilities may include after‑school tutoring or Saturday school based on needs.

Team and Family Values

• Committed to our mission and to student college success.
• Demonstrated outcomes and results, accountable for them.
• Propensity for action, willing to learn quickly.
• Works with urgency to drive student outcomes.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high‑growth environment.
• Seeks and responds to feedback openly across all levels.
• Works through silos and forges strong cross‑departmental relationships to achieve outcomes.
• Upholds high standards of professionalism and conduct.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable)

Oversee the daily work of a Special Education Co‑Teacher (para‑professional) in the RISE classroom.

About IDEA Public Schools

IDEA Public Schools serves over 80,000 college‑bound students in 143 schools across five states. We are tuition‑free, Pre‑K‑12 charter schools that rank nationally on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report. Every child can go to college and 100% of our graduates reach college.

Staff Culture and Belonging

Our Core Values promote human connection, integrity, respect, and belonging. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here
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To Apply

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