Special Education Teacher

Where your work makes a lasting difference.

If you are seeking a challenge that is highly rewarding on both a personal and professional level; then consider a position with Child Inc where you will contribute to strengthening families and meeting the needs of children. Our employees are passionate about the work they do, in an environment where building success with others is the key to their own success and fulfillment.

They are committed to professional excellence, compassionate about the families and individuals served, and supportive of their colleagues and the many volunteers who strengthen our efforts.

• Salary based on position, educational level and experience.
• Employer-paid insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long‑term disability.
• Optional employee-paid insurance at group rates for additional life and AD&D.
• Education/training opportunities: financial assistance for formal and informal learning.
• Generous paid holiday schedule: comparable to public school calendar.
• Annual and sick leave accrual of one day/month of each.
• Retirement: shared‑contribution 401K plans.

Child Inc provides ongoing training to ensure that staff is highly qualified and effective in working with young children and their families and encourages efforts toward professional growth in all areas. A mix of seminars, community‑led workshops, and formal higher education form the base of our agency’s continuing education program, to which is added an individualized professional development plan.

Child Inc offers a tuition program for approved classes and degree programs, and other assistance is available.

Full Time $59500 - $65400 per year Austin, Texas, United States - 78751

Description

Position Purpose

The Special Education Teacher supports assigned classroom staff to provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Plan (IEPs)/Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP). The teacher develops and implements instructional strategies that support academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop interim plans for children being referred to early intervention and/or the Local Education Agency.
• Support classroom staff to implement and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEP)/Individual Family Service Plan IFSP) in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Provide direct instruction in academic, behavioral, social, and life skills areas based on student needs.
• Conduct assessments and use data to develop measurable annual goals and progress reports.
• Modify curriculum and adapt instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and differentiated instruction.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Participate in ARD/IEP meetings and communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and service providers.
• Implement classroom management strategies and positive behavior supports.
• Coordinate related services (speech, occupational therapy, counseling, etc.) as required.
• Ensure a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and report student progress toward IEP/IFSP goals.
• Comply with district policies, state regulations, and special education timelines.
• Maintain compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Ensure confidentiality of student information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Communication

• Communicate effectively and respectfully with children, families, and staff.
• Provide clear explanations of IEP/IFSP goals, progress, and strategies to families.
• Maintain timely and accurate written documentation, reports, and correspondence.

Staff Relationship

• Collaborate effectively with classroom teachers, teacher assistants, family advocates, and support staff.
• Foster a respectful, team‑oriented work environment.
• Provide coaching and guidance on implementing accommodation and behavior supports

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