Role OverviewBASIS Leander is seeking a Special Education & Life Skills Teacher to join their team. The teacher will be responsible for overseeing and delivering instructional services aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The teacher will provide direct special education services, collaborate with general education teachers and service providers, and ensure compliance with federal and state special education requirements.
What You Will Do
The teacher will be responsible for providing small-group or one-on-one instruction to meet IEP goals, writing, developing, and updating IEPs, participating in meetings, and ensuring compliance with timelines and regulations. The teacher will also work closely with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications, collect and report data on IEP goals, and develop and implement intervention plans tailored to student needs.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, a Master's degree is highly desirable. The candidate will also have valid Texas Special Education certification, fingerprint clearance per Texas state regulations, and exceptional classroom management skills and the ability to create an organized, highly focused, and positive learning environment.
Requirements
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Texas Special Education certification
- Fingerprint clearance per Texas state regulations
- Eligible for hire in Texas Public Schools
- Exceptional classroom management skills and an ability to create an organized, highly focused, and positive learning environment
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- A collaborative spirit and a commitment to working as part of a dynamic, founding team
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
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