Special Education Teacher jobs in El Paso, 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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Special Education Teacher
  • Presidio Independent Sch Dist
  • presidio, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Special Education Teacher

    Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

    Reports to: Principal

    Date Revised: 10/04/2023

    Dept./School: Presidio Elementary School


    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

    Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

    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:

    Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

    Major Responsibilities and Duties:

    Instructional Strategies

    1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
    2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
    3. 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.
    4. 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
    5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
    6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
    7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

    Student Growth and Development

    1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
    2. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
    3. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.
    4. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

    Classroom Management and Organization

    1. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
    2. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
    3. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
    4. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
    5. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

    Other

    1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
    2. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
    3. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
    4. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
    5. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
    6. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
    7. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

    Direct the work of instructional aide(s).

    Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

    Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

    Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

    Motion: Frequent walking

    Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

    Environment: Exposure to biological hazards

    Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

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Special Education Teacher (PK-12)
  • GetSelected.com
  • El Paso, 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...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Special Education Inclusion Teacher
  • Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD
  • Pecos, TX OTHER
  • Position Type: Teacher/Elementary TeacherDate Posted: 2/28/2024Location: Zavala ElementaryDate Available: ASAPFor more information on this position, please read the full description documentSpedInclTe...
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Special education teacher
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX FULL_TIME
  • Description Role Mission : IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical students. Special Education teachers work with students who have a wide range of ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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2024-25 Special Education Inclusion Teacher
  • Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD
  • Pecos, TX OTHER
  • Position Type: Teacher/Elementary TeacherDate Posted: 2/28/2024Location: Zavala ElementaryDate Available: 08/01/2024For more information on this position, please read the full description documentTeac...
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2024-25 Special Education Self-Contained Teacher
  • Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD
  • Pecos, TX OTHER
  • Position Type: Teacher/Elementary TeacherDate Posted: 2/28/2024Location: Zavala ElementaryDate Available: 08/01/2024For more information on this position, please read the full description documentTeac...
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Special Education Teacher (PK-12)
  • GetSelected.com
  • El Paso, TX
  • Free job-searching + PD for educators. Find a school you love! Position Description Seeking PK-12 Special Education Teac...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education Teacher - IDEA Edgemere Academy (Immediate Opening)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description Role Mission: IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical st...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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6th-12th Special Education Teacher Applicant Pool - IDEA El Paso Region (24-25)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description This job posting is not for any specific role that is currently open. Instead, applying to this posting allo...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education Teacher - IDEA Mesquite Hills Academy (Immediate Opening)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description Role Mission: IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical st...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education Teacher - IDEA Horizon Vista College Prep (Immediate Opening)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description Role Mission: IDEA Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of critical st...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education RISE Teacher - IDEA Edgemere College Prep (Immediate Opening)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description Role Mission: RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Support and Education. IDEA Special Education RI...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education RISE Teacher - IDEA Rio Vista College Prep (Immediate Opening)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description Role Mission: RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Student Education. IDEA Special Education RISE t...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Special Education RISE Teacher - IDEA Mesa Hills College Prep (Immediate Opening)
  • IDEA Public Schools
  • El Paso, TX
  • Description Role Mission: RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Student Education. IDEA Special Education RISE t...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

El Paso is located at the intersection of three states (Texas, New Mexico, and Chihuahua) and two countries (the U.S. and Mexico). It is the only major Texas city on Mountain Time. Ciudad Juarez used to be on Central Time, but both cities are now on Mountain Time. El Paso is closer to the capital cities of four other states - Phoenix, Arizona (345 miles away); Santa Fe, New Mexico, (273 miles away); Ciudad Chihuahua, Chihuahua, (218 miles away), and Hermosillo, Sonora (325 miles away) - than it is to the capital of its own state, Austin (528 miles away). It is closer to Los Angeles, California...
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Income Estimation for Special Education Teacher jobs
$43,167 to $71,716
El Paso, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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