Elem Special Educ Specialized Classroom Teacher

Position: ELEM SPECIAL EDUC SPECIALIZED CLASSROOM TEACHER 2025-2026
Job Title:

Special Education Classroom Teacher Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:

Building Principal Pay Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale

Dept. /School:
Assigned Campus Days: 187

Primary

Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill

their potential for intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. Empower students to

develop competencies and skills that lead to student achievement and progress.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Sped Certification Generalist Certification

Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject/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 Knowledge of Special Education Law

Knowledge/Experience working with students with disabilities

Knowledge of TTESS Appraisal System

Experience:

Student teaching or approved internship, preferred

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program

assigned

and show written evidence of preparation as required

2. Develop & monitor progress of IEP

3. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations/modifications for differences in learning styles in

students

4. Attend and prepare all required documentation for ARD meeting

5. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board

policies, and administrative regulations

6. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and

equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned

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

8. Work cooperatively with General Education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special

education according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)

9. Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods

in accordance with district requirements

10. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s)

11. Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process

12. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

13. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as

required

14. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities

approved by the school

15. Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district

16. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the intellectual,

physical, social, and emotional development of students

17. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook

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

facilities

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

20. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with students,

parents, principals, and teachers

21. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community

members

22. Maintain Confidentiality

23. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly

24. Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills

25. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies

for classroom teachers

26. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required

27. Attend and participate in faculty meetings, PLC's (Professional Learning Communities), and

serve on

staff committees as required

28. Receive CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification and renew annually

29. Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s)

Serve as mentor to student teachers

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing

Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other equipment Assist with

lifting/transferring/toileting of students per IEP

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and

are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read, understand and attest to the above description and

funding relating to my daily activities.

SIGNITURE DATE: