Teacher - Special Education; Co-teach​/Inclusion; Elementary

Teacher – Special Education (Co-teach/Inclusion) – Elementary –

Job : 5682537

Location: Judson ISD, All Elementary Schools – Live Oak, Texas

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled

Posted: Apr 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $331.28 – Funding:
Special Education

Title: Special Education Teacher

Department: Campus Based

Reports To: Campus Principal

Compensation: Teacher Pay Scale

Days: 187

Origin: Co-teach or Inclusion positions only

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfil 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.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Successful completion of fingerprinting background check; employee pays non‑refundable fee (~$50)

• Knowledge of student special needs in assigned areas
• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal‑setting and implementation
• Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
• Effective communication skills

• Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs through the ARD Committee process for each assigned student.
• 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, materials, and equipment reflecting learning styles and needs.
• Present subject matter effectively and according to IEP guidelines. Employ variety of instructional techniques and media, including technology.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in ARD Committee meetings regularly.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding as stated in IEP.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
• Consult district and outside resource personnel regarding educational, social, medical, and personal needs.

• Create learning environment conducive to student learning and appropriate for emotional and social development.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including crisis intervention and restraining as necessary according to IEP.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding student behavior management per IEP.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Plan and supervise teacher aide(s) and volunteers; oversee completion.

• Conduct conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Stay informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file required reports and records.
• Attend faculty…