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Special Education Teacher
Position Type: Full-Time | School-Based
Compensation: Competitive Pay (Based on Experience)
Benefits Available | Professional Development Opportunities
Empower Students. Make an Impact. Join Career Links.
Career Links is seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teachers to support students in reaching their full academic, social, emotional, and developmental potential. In this role, you will provide individualized instruction, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and create meaningful learning experiences that help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Whether you're an experienced educator or a newly certified teacher looking to make a difference, we'd love to connect with you.
What You'll Do
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for assigned students.
- Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and collaborate with families, staff, and related service providers.
- Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and teaching methods to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.
- Deliver engaging instruction using a variety of evidence-based teaching strategies and technologies.
- Assess student progress through formal and informal evaluations and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Support students in inclusive classroom settings through collaboration with general education teachers.
- Create a positive, structured, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student success.
- Manage student behavior and implement behavior intervention strategies in accordance with IEPs.
- Supervise and collaborate with instructional aides and support staff as assigned.
- Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, and required special education documentation.
- Communicate regularly with parents, caregivers, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and campus activities.
Qualifications
Required Education & Certification
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with appropriate Special Education certification/endorsement.
- Ability to obtain ESL Certification within one year of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in multiple teaching areas.
- Previous classroom experience through student teaching, internship, or professional employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of special education laws, procedures, and best practices.
- Familiarity with the ARD process and IEP development and implementation.
- Ability to modify curriculum and instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Strong classroom management and behavior intervention skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and families.
- Proficiency with educational technology and digital documentation systems.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and classroom mobility.
- May be required to assist students with personal care and physical needs as outlined in their IEPs.
- Ability to maintain emotional control and professional judgment in a fast-paced educational environment.
Benefits & Perks
- Housing, transportation, and per diemstipends available to qualified candidates
- Year-round pay and benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Continuing education stipends for qualified candidates
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Continuing education allowances and career development opportunities
- Additional voluntary benefits
Why Career Links?
At Career Links, we connect talented education professionals with rewarding school-based opportunities. We provide ongoing support, competitive compensation, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives every day.
Apply today and help students achieve their fullest potential.