Special Education Teacher Job Town of Texas Wisconsin USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Special Education Teacher (25-26)
Location: Town of Texas

Job Title: Special Ed Teacher Inclusion

Calendar Days: 187

Reports to: Principal

Pay Range: $59,800-$81,700

Dept./School: TCH

Date Revised: August 2025

Funding Source: Local

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 accredited university or college
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
Effective communication skills

Experience:

At least one year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies

Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show 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 understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

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 assigned.

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 assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

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

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

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

Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

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

Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

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

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and…