Special Education Teacher (K-5)

Position Title: Special Education Resource Teacher

Location: Great Hearts Northern Oaks Lower School

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation Type: Salaried

Position Summary:

In consultation with other school personnel, the Special Education Teacher:

• Provides educational services to students with disabilities
• Is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs, and instruction in the inclusion, resource, LID, and other instructional settings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
• Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and policies affecting special education
• Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies
• Knowledge of educational technology applications

Required/Preferred Education:

Teachers: Bachelor's degree required
Coordinators: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

Required/Preferred Experience:

Teachers: 1-2 years teaching experience preferred.

Required Certifications:

• Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification/Appropriate Board Licensure
• Valid Texas Generalist/Core content Teaching Certification with required endorsements or training for relevant subject and level

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Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

Special Education at Great Hearts:

• At Great Hearts, our Special Education Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty, participating in all faculty-wide events and PD, while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students.
• Great Hearts aims to serve all students within our special education population in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy.
• Through consultation, resource, inclusion, and co-teaching models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team provides essential support, following an Individualized Education Plan, to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.

US Work Authorization is required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.