Special Education Teacher

Position:
Special Education Teacher (High School Teaching/ Special Education Core Content) – 2026‑2027

Job

Location:

CATS Center

Reports To:

Campus Principal

Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled

Length of Work Year: 187 days

Date Revised: 07/30/2020

Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Salary Range: $57,300 – $80,668 (Pay Grade: TCH)

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

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Develop and implement lesson plans and activities through distance, virtual, or face‑to‑face learning to fulfill curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles and needs.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to Individual Education Plans.
• Work with other staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process and provide blended learning opportunities.

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by the district.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

• Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during scheduled conference periods or office hours to confer with district personnel, students, and parents. The rest of the workday is committed to planning, preparation, staff development, meetings, ARDs, and evaluation of lessons and activities.
• Communicate daily with all students or parents via Google Classroom, Google Meet, Microsoft Office 365 Email, phone, or video conference. Maintain an ongoing contact log.
• Conduct conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Provide ongoing feedback on student achievement through formal and informal methods on mastery of lessons per district grading procedures.

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.

• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations…