Special Education Specialist

Special Education Specialist

Comal ISD Special Education - New Braunfels, Texas. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Comal ISD.

Job : 5416395

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 23, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Full‑Time

Primary

Purpose:

Facilitate and manage district Special Education programs to meet the needs of students. Serve as the leader in the development and improvement of programs provided a variety of settings, and collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to formulate, develop, implement, and evaluate research-based interventions in Special Education.

• Valid Special Education Teaching Certificate required.
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Knowledge of special education programs, regulations, and specific areas of disability.
• Knowledge/familiarization of Assistive Technology devices, services, regulations and procedures related to IDEA/Federal/State mandates.
• Ability to interpret individual assessment data (FIE) with regards to program planning and implementation.
• Ability to evaluate program effectiveness, and program compliance.
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with CISD, other districts, state and federal agency personnel who are involved with the research, administration, and coordination of Special Education programs.

• Minimum of three years teaching in a Special Education classroom.

• Provides continuous and systematic procedures for professional growth for classroom teachers through workshops and demonstrations pertinent to methods and materials that will ensure success for students.
• Consults frequently with classroom teachers on matters relating to instruction.
• Recommends adoption and use of varied instructional materials.
• Assists building principals and other administrators and/or supervisors in implementing the Special Education program.
• Assists in the development and evaluation of ongoing programs and makes recommendations for changes.
• Assists teachers in developing systems of support for students with disabilities.
• Works with campus support staff and administrators to facilitate the coordination of programs for students with disabilities.
• Attends appropriate professional meetings and workshops to maintain proficiency and acquire new ideas for improvement. Informs administration of the effects of current and impending legislation.

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, Commissioner’s Rules, and local board policy.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
• Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance, and learning the records retention schedule for department records.
• Orients beginning teachers and paraprofessionals as to the philosophy, procedures, and materials for the special education/student program.
• Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Assists administration in the resolution of parent concerns and complaints with regards to Special Education programming.
• Demonstrates awareness of district‑community needs and initiates activities to meet needs.
• Performs additional tasks and duties as assigned.

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• Human Resources
• 1404 IH 35 North
• New Braunfels, Texas 78130
• Phone: (830) 221‑2000
• Email: hr