Secondary Special Education Teacher

Position: SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 2026-2027
Job Title:

Adaptive PE/Special Olympics Coach Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:

Special Services Executive Director Pay Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale

Dept./School:
Assigned Campus Days: 187

Supervises:
Not Applicable

Primary

Purpose:

Work collaboratively with campus and district staff to provide physical education consultation, support and evaluation services to eligible special education students in a classroom setting. Provide direct instructional, consulting, and monitoring services to students in the lease restrictive environment ranging from a segregated, one-on-one and small group to inclusion. Provide instruction designed to help them fulfill their full potential for intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth with appropriate learning activities.

Provide experiences designed to help students fulfill their potential for intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. Empower students to develop competencies and skills that lead to student achievement and progress. Preparing students for local, state or provincial, national, and regional competition(s) by providing athletes with comprehensive sports training.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

* Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject/level assigned

* PE Certification (preferred)

* Sped Certification (preferred

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:

* Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required

* Develop & monitor progress of Individual Education Plans (IEP)

* Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations/modifications for differences in learning styles of students

* Attend and prepare all required documentation for ARD meetings

* Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations

* Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned

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

* Work cooperatively with General Education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education according to guidelines established in IEP

* Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements

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

* Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process

* Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

* Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required

* Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the school

* Be a positive role model for students.

* Support the mission of the school district

* Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students

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

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

* Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials relevant to the position

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

* Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members

* Maintain Confidentiality

* Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly

* Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills

* Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers

* Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required

* Attend and participate in faculty meetings, Professional Learning Communities (PLC's), and serve on staff committees as required

* Receive Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification and renew annually

* Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required

Special Olympics Responsibilities:

* Select, assess, and train Special Olympics Athletes

o Recruit athletes and properly…