Special Education PABS Teacher Pool, Thrive Program
Job in
Denton, Denton County, Texas, 76201, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Denton Independent School District (TX)
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Reports to:
Campus Principal
Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt
Compensation Plan:
Teacher Hiring Schedule
Minimum Salary:
Teacher Hiring Schedule
Duty Days: 187 days per year
* The Thrive Program is a specialized educational setting designed to meet the unique needs of K-12 students with significant behavioral challenges. This self-contained program is located on a separate campus within the Denton Independent School District and provides an intensive, structured environment where students can develop the skills necessary to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Primary
Purpose:
Provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enables students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Qualifications:
Education and Certification
* Bachelor's degree required from an accredited university
* Master's degree preferred
* Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment
* ESL certification preferred
Experience
* At least one (1) year of clinical teaching preferred; one year of teaching experience may substitute for clinical experience
Special Knowledge and Skills
* Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
* Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
* Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
* Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
* Ability to obtain ESL certification within one year of hire
Major
Responsibilities and Duties:
* Develops and implements plans for the curriculum program assigned and shows written evidence of preparation as required.
* Prepares lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.
* Presents the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board policies and administrative regulations.
* Plans and uses appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflects accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
* Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results for instructional activities.
* Works cooperatively with other special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established by Individual Education Plans (IEP).
* Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s).
* Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements.
* Integrates technologies in the teaching/learning process.
* Assists students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
* Assesses student achievement through formal and informal testing.
* Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
* Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the School District.
* Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students.
* Manages student behavior in the classroom and administers discipline according to Board policies, administrative regulations and IEP.
* Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
* Assists in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
* Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and their parents.
* Maintains a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members.
* Uses acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
* Keeps the principal fully informed with respect to conditions and needs of the classroom and of new techniques and materials being used.
* Attends and participates in staff meetings, committee meetings and works sessions as…
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