Stanton Elementary Special Education Teacher; Life Skills

Stanton Elementary Special Education Teacher (Life Skills)

Stanton ISD – Stanton, Texas

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This job is also posted in Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium

Job : 5072632

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Position

Purpose:

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participate in PPTs and assist in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for students.
• Assist students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinate with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serve as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serve as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Assist in the orientation of new teachers, and provide in-service training in guidance.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher >
  Elementary
• Special Education >
  Life Skills

Please apply for this position using our Stanton ISD application website at the link provided:

District

Incentives:

• Competitive Salary & Stipends for :
• -$3000 per sport for coaches +10 extra days + stipend for Head/Coordinator Position
• -$4000 for a STAAR tested subject
• -$5000 Math/Science Stipend
• -$3500 Special Education Resource Stipend
• -$7000 Special Education Life Skills Stipend

• 100% Employee Health Insurance Paid
• New Teacher Housing Options
• Part of the Teacher Incentive Allotment

• At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• HR Department
• 200 N. College
• Stanton, Texas 79782
• Phone:
• Email: