Special Education Teacher-Inclusion - Walnut Grove HS Job Prosper area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Special Education Teacher-Inclusion - Walnut Grove HS (2026-2027)

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Days: 185

Primary Purpose

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.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area;
Knowledge of ARD Committee process and individual education plan goal‑setting and implementation;
Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs;
Effective communication skills.
Experience: One year student teaching or approved internship.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff to develop IEP through 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 assessment of student learning styles; plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect the students’ learning styles and needs.

Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student.

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.

Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.

Consult district and outside resource persons regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

Create 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 IEP.

Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.

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

Plan and assign the work of teacher aides and volunteers and oversee completion.

Other

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 computerised reports, records, and other documents required.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of instructional aides.

Demands, Equipment, and Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment.
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Frequent walking.
Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, use of physical restraint, assist non‑ambulatory students, lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours.
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

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