Special Education Teacher - IDEA Round Rock Tech College Prep

Overview

Description and Role Mission: IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of special education. They develop individualized plans and work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They provide in-class support for subjects such as reading, writing, and math to students with outlined service minutes, and teach content mastery with accommodations and service minutes support.

The IDEA Special Education teacher serves as a crucial bridge between home and school for our highest-need students and their families.

Compensation

• The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $59,500. This role is eligible for stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500-$4,000 each. There is potential to earn up to $10,000 additional compensation through our Teacher Career Pathway. For more information, visit our compensation and benefits page.
• Additional hourly compensation is provided for after-school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

Other Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Paid Family Leave: up to 8 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: up to 50% of tuition toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 per year subject to discretion and budget.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services at no cost.
• Other benefits include dental and vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. Relocation allowance may be offered if applicable.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution required.
• Experience:
  
  Experience in a Special Education classroom is strongly preferred.
• Licenses or
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid Texas state certification in Special Education required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the core academic subject assigned and of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage behavior; strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to diverse situations in the school environment and facilitate Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
• Strong family engagement and communication; track records of helping at-risk students.

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Adapt lessons to meet student needs.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess performance, and track progress; update IEPs as progress and goals evolve.
• Assess student skills to determine needs and develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups including students in general education, 504, RTI, and English Language Learners as appropriate.
• Collect and analyze student data to inform decisions and maximize achievement.
• Discuss student progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators; prepare and assist transitions from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments; submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Use assessments to track progress, adjust lesson plans, and update gradebook weekly.
• Communicate progress with students and families on a weekly basis.
• Utilize technology effectively as a communication and educational tool; maintain a clear behavior management system aligned with campus initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive school culture and foster a productive learning environment; build trust-based relationships with students and families.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed and participate in weekly meetings and school events.
• Engage in ongoing professional development; minimum of 40 hours/week on-site; additional responsibilities may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school as…