SPED Self Contained Teacher (Grades: K-5)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each assigned student.
• Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill‑development programs for assigned students and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect the learning styles and needs of assigned students.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special‑education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate regularly in ARD Committee meetings and share responsibility for interpreting educational programs to the community through open houses and PTA meetings.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to the IEP and present subject matter in accordance with IEP guidelines.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to the IEP.
• Stay informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special‑education teachers.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at the worksite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for the subject and subject level assigned.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and IEP goal‑setting and implementation.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Understanding of laws, regulations, practices, principles, and procedures pertaining to auditing and accounting.
• Ability to write clear audit work papers and concise narrative audit reports.
• Tact and diplomacy in working with various district and non‑district personnel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing environment.
• Willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to the job. A remote or alternate work arrangement is not an option; regular and punctual attendance at the campus is essential.

Pay

Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non‑certified) / $68,000 (certified).

Schedule

Full‑time.

Location

Cedar Crest Elementary School.