Special Education Teacher - IDEA Converse College Prep

Special Education Teacher - IDEA Converse College Prep (Immediate Opening)

Apply for the Special Education Teacher – IDEA Converse College Prep (Immediate Opening) role at IDEA Public Schools.

IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of students with a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They develop individualized plans, provide in‑class support for subjects such as reading, writing, and math, and teach content mastery with outlined accommodations and service minutes. The teacher serves as a critical bridge between home and school for our highest‑need students and their families.

• The starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience is $59,500 and the role is eligible for stipends ranging from $500 to $4,000 based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership. Performance‑based compensation is also available. For more details, visit our compensation and benefits page.
• Additional hourly compensation is provided for after‑school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

• Paid Family Leave:
  Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, 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 manager discretion and budget availability).
• Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work‑life services at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs.

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

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability to a multitude of situations in a school environment.
• Facilitation of Admission, Review and Dismissal meetings.
• Strong family engagement and communication.
• Record of results for academically at‑risk students.

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.
• Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and develop teaching plans.
• Teach small groups of academically at‑risk students in reading and/or math, including students in general education, 504, response‑to‑intervention, Special Education, and English Language Learners.
• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions to maximize achievement.
• Discuss students’ progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each individual student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly, and update gradebook weekly.
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families on a weekly basis.
• Use technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work‑related tasks.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system that aligns to campus‑wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Help shape and develop a school‑wide culture that fosters a…