Special Education Teacher

About the role

MIYO Health is seeking several Special Education Teachers to support Structured Learning Classrooms (SLCs) with one of our public school district partners in Duncanville, Texas, in the Dallas metro area. Opportunities exist at both the elementary and middle school levels for experienced special educators comfortable supporting students with intensive learning, behavioral, communication, and functional needs. These are in‑person, school‑based contracted positions offering competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement for eligible travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students in a Structured Learning Classroom
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs)
• Adapt instruction and curriculum to meet individual student needs
• Collect and monitor data toward IEP goals and student progress
• Support students with academic, behavioral, communication, and functional needs
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and other members of the IEP team
• Participate in IEP meetings and complete required special education documentation
• Help create a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Special Education, Education, or a related field
• Current Texas teaching certification with appropriate Special Education credentials
• Experience working with students with moderate to significant support needs preferred
• Experience in a self‑contained, structured learning, life skills, or similar classroom setting strongly preferred
• Strong classroom management, organization, and collaboration skills
• Passion for supporting students with diverse and intensive needs

Physical Requirements: This role may involve standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally; engaging in physical activities required for classroom and school settings; exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and potential bodily fluids in a school environment; reasonable accommodations can be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full time, school based opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible travel
• Dedicated support from the MIYO Health team
• Streamlined onboarding and administrative support
• School calendar schedule
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high need special education program
• Potential opportunities with MIYO Health beyond the current assignment