Special Education Teacher jobs in Austin, TX
Special Education Teacher instructs special education students in a classroom setting. Prepares lesson plans and instructional materials designed to meet the needs of individual students. Being a Special Education Teacher develops individualized education plans, and evaluates and monitors students' performance. Resolves classroom issues and conflicts. Additionally, Special Education Teacher may provide behavioral consultation or implement therapeutic programs for students. May mentor teaching aides. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require state-specific special education teaching license. Typically requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Typically reports to a principal. The Special Education Teacher occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Special Education Teacher typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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LIFE SKILLS & BEHAVIOR -SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - GEORGETOWN TEXAS
- Orenda Education
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Georgetown, TX
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE: LIFE SKILLS & BEHAVIOR (SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (K-12) REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL SUPERVISES: NA FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT POSITION SALARY RANGE: $53,500 -61,081 ANNUALLY COMPETENCIES: HIGHLY QUALIFIED WITH VALID TEXAS TEACHING CERTIFICATE IN GRADE AND SUBJECT BEING TAUGHT ALONG WITH EC-12 SPECIAL EDUCATION CERTIFICATION LOCATION: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL,GEORGETOWN TX STIPEND: One time sign on stipend of $2000 to be paid at the end of the school year. POSITION SUMMARY: Provide special education students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth within a life skills room setting. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide functional communication as well as functional academic skills to students in their class reflecting understanding of the unique learning styles and needs of students assigned. Develop and implement lessons plans and life skills subjects for each individual student in their classroom as part of the students Individual Education Plan as established by guidelines from the Texas Education Agency. Manage behavioral challenges as they arise based on the student’s Individual Education Plan and/or Behavioral Intervention Plan. Work closely with related service personnel and classroom teachers to ensure that services and modifications for students with disabilities are implemented appropriately and timely. Work collaboratively with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods from recommendations made by the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) committee. Work closely with related service personnel and classroom teachers to ensure that services and modifications for students with disabilities are implemented. Develop and implement behavioral intervention plans in accordance with assessment and ARD committee recommendations. Participate in ARD committee meetings. Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. Prepares and provides instruction based as outlined in the student’s IEP. Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff members to develop IEPs through the ARD committee process for each student assigned. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students. Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Plan and implement appropriate behavior support and social skills techniques, systems, instruction and activities. Collect and analyze academic and behavior data to guide student supports. Report and communicate student progress to parents. Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner. Be a positive role model for students. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and handbook. Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by principal. Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned. Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials. Participates in all continuing professional development. Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records and other documents, as required. Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs. Protects confidentiality of students and their families. Participates in performance improvement activities. Support the mission and vision of the campus and district. Adheres to policies and procedures of the campus and district. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including special education. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES REQUIRED: Knowledge of: Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing special education students in the subject and grade level assigned. Strong knowledge of child growth, development and behavior characteristics of special needs students; educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and the educational trends and research findings pertaining to special needs educational programming; behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures; socio-economic. Ability to: Design, develop, and implement special education supports and subject area curriculum that is based on best practices. Develop IEPs based on the student needs. Provide an attractive, inviting and stimulating learning environment and develop positive relationships with students. Experience: Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work. Education: Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university Valid Texas Teacher Certificate in subject and grade level assigned along with Special Education Certification. WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, in-door, and out-of-door activities and some lifting. Must have and maintain a level of general physical/emotional health which permits effective performance of duties. Regularly lifts and carries 1 - 25 pounds. Required high level of mental alertness and requires ability to tolerate high levels of stress. BENEFITS: Should you enroll in a medical plan, Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums. Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System Telehealth Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability 403b and 457b Investment Plans Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance Legal Services
- 1 Month Ago
Special Education Teacher
- Manor Independent School District
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MANOR, TX
FULL_TIME
- Primary Purpose: Provide special education scholars with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Dev...
- 6 Days Ago
Special education teacher
- Soliant
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Austin, TX
FULL_TIME
- Minimum 1 years special education experience required. Excellent Special Education Teacher (SPED) Opportunity near Austin, Texas Attention! We are on the search for a capable and dedicated Special Edu...
- 1 Month Ago
Special Education Teacher (PK-12)
- GetSelected.com
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Austin, TX
FULL_TIME
- Free job-searching PD for educators. Find a school you love!www.getselected.comPosition DescriptionSeeking PK-12 Special Education Teachers at multiple partner school sites (school-specific role descr...
- 2 Days Ago
Teacher, Special Education
- Hutto Independent School District
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Hutto, TX
OTHER
- *Special Education Behavior/Social Skills Stipend - $2,500 *Masters Stipend for Content Specific Area related to the current teaching assignment - $2,000 OR *Masters Stipend for Education related fiel...
- 14 Days Ago
Teletherapy Special Education Teacher
- The Stepping Stones Group
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Dripping Springs, TX
FULL_TIME
- The Stepping Stones Group is hiring Virtual Special Education Teachers for our part-time, school-based positions in Dripping Springs, TX! All services provided via teletherapy!The Stepping Stones Grou...
- 15 Days Ago
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Cooperating Special Education Teacher - IDEA Montopolis College Prep (Immediate Opening)
- IDEA Public Schools
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Austin, TX
- Description Role Mission: IDEA Cooperating Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Special Education Teacher
- SESI Schools
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Austin, TX
- Description Position at SESI Schools Why Join Us Are you looking for a new opportunity to make an impact in the lives of...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Teacher of the Visually Impaired
- Healthpro Heritage, LLC
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Austin, TX
- Overview: Teacher for the Visually Impaired Join our Pediatric School Based Team, and use your passion for Special Educa...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Special Education Contingent Classroom Facilitator (Immediate)
- KIPP
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Austin, TX
- Company Description KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educa...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Driver's Education Instructor (327541)
- Equus
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San Marcos, TX
- Company Description Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obta...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Special Education Teacher - IDEA Parmer Park Academy (24-25)
- IDEA Public Schools
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Austin, TX
- Description Role Mission: IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical st...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Special Education Teacher - IDEA Round Rock Tech College Prep (24-25)
- IDEA Public Schools
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Round Rock, TX
- Description Role Mission: IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical st...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
ELA Resource Special Education Teacher,
- Focused Staffing
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Austin, TX
- Primary Role: This position is for an ELA Resource Special Education Teacher for the 2024-2025 School Year Qualification...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Austin, Texas
Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...
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Income Estimation for Special Education Teacher jobs
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Austin, Texas area prices
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What does a Special Education Teacher do?
Special Education Teacher in Bremerton, WA
This can include regular education, art, music and physical educational teachers, support staff, physical and occupational therapists and administration.
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A special education teacher works with children of different ages, promoting and managing their growth in conjunction with their special needs.
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Special education teachers oversee the education and training of students with physical, emotional, mental, and learning disabilities.
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Special Education Teacher in Huntington, NY
These teachers also direct meetings with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year.
November 16, 2019