Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Chisum Independent School District – Paris, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

Job  
• Final date to receive applications:
May 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted:
May 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026.

Reports to:

Principal.

Department/School:
Special Education/Elementary.

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self‑contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Certification:
  Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment.
• Special Knowledge &
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of the special needs of students in the assigned area; knowledge of the ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting and implementation; ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs; effective communication skills.
• Experience:
  
  Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop IEPs through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles and plan/use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment.
• Present subject matter effectively according to IEP guidelines, using a variety of instructional techniques and media, including technology.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Select books, equipment, and other instructional media.

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as specified in the IEP.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to the IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to the IEP.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s), and oversee completion.

• Perform personal care daily living activities such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and other assistance when needed.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• 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 special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

Tools/Equipment Used:
Personal computer and peripherals, other instructional equipment.
Posture:
Prolonged…