Special Ed. Resource Teacher

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Resource

Date Posted:

2/11/2026

Location:

Magee Elementary

Date Available:

02/11/2026

 Additional Information:
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REPORTS TO:

Campus Principal

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:187 days

DATE REVISEDDEC 21 2023

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:

Exempt SALARY RANGE:$57,300 Minimum

$80,668 Maximum

PAY GRADE: TCH

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate face-to-face instruction in the assigned academic subject area to foster their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development. Facilitate the development of competencies and skills necessary for success in society. Additionally, may offer distance or virtual learning options when required to accommodate individual needs and ensure the continuity of instruction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from 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 Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting

process and implementation

Specialized Dyslexia Instruction Preferred

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Experience

Highly qualified as per NCLB guidelines, if applicable to teaching assignment

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies

* Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance, virtual, or face to face learning to fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

* Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Educational Plan (IEP) through the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.

* Implement an instructional, and/or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

* Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and resources for distance, virtual, or face to face learning that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned students according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

* 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.

* Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.

* Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.

* Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

* Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

* Use technology in teaching/learning process and provide blended learning opportunities in the classroom environment.

* Conducts Pre/Post assessments.

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.

* Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district and campus.

* Report progress to parents.

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. This includes 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.

* Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

* Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

* Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during a scheduled conference period and/or office hours to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents. The rest of the workday is committed to the planning, preparing,

online staff development, virtual campus/district meetings, ARD's, implementing and evaluation lessons and activities.

* Communicate daily with all students or parents via Google Classroom, Google Meet, Microsoft Office 365 Email, or phone or video conference and maintain an ongoing contact log for your records.

* Prepares and conducts ARD meetings.

* Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

* Maintain a professional relationship…