Teacher, Special Education Early Childhood

2026-27 Teacher, Special Education Early Childhood

McAllen Independent School District 999 - District Wide - McAllen, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
Apr 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
To Be Determined

This is a general job posting for anticipated teaching vacancies and current vacancies as indicated below. If interested in a specific location, ensure that you enter your location preference(s) in your job application.

Apply here and continue to monitor our web-site for any other vacancies that may become available in the future.

• Jackson ES – 1
• Gonzalez ES – 1

To provide special education students with appropriate curriculum-based learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for academic, emotional, physical and social growth, enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society, and to support all students with special needs in obtaining an individualized and appropriate education.

• We require a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Texas Teaching Certificate, with required endorsements for subject/level assigned or other permits as approved by state.
• ESL Certification, required (only for English Language Arts positions).

• Communicate effectively (verbal and written). Utilize effective interpersonal skills.
• Understand needs and programs for students with disabilities; demonstrate knowledge of subjects assigned; exhibit general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Basic computer skills and other requirements deemed appropriate for the position; preferred.

• One (1) year of student teaching or approved internship, preferred.

• Develop IEPs for students with special needs, keep informed about current legislation, educational developments, literature and research, and participate in professional organizations.
• Develop instructional plans for the curriculum program assigned and provide written evidence of program implementation and student progress.
• Submit written requests to the Coordinator of Special Education for special materials for students with individualized plans or unique needs.
• Work cooperatively with general education teachers and/or ARD committee to accommodate/modify curricula as needed for students with special needs.
• Present the knowledge and skills of the subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan, prepare, and execute lessons, instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodations for individual needs of students.
• Cooperate with other staff members in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives and methods to address the needs of special populations.
• Interpret the special education services offered by the district for students with special needs to parents, staff, and the community.
• Monitor and assess student achievement through informal and formal testing procedures.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible and is a positive role model for students.
• Create a learning environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social and emotional development of students and takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Manage student behavior adhering to the District Discipline Management Plan in accordance with Board policies, administrative regulations and Individual Education Plans.
• Assist in the selection of textbooks, supplies, equipment, instructional materials and technology resources.
• Establish open lines of communication and maintain a professional relationship with students, parents, colleagues and community members.
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in personal and professional improvement and participate in the campus and district staff development program.
• Keep informed in, and comply with federal, state, district and campus regulations and policies for classroom teachers;…