SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

The primary function of this position is to provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them make academic progress. Pay is based on the 2025-2026 Teacher Salary Scale.

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Newman International Academy raising Warriors of Wisdom, Stature and Favor. Join our family!

Vision

Newman International Academy is dedicated to raising a generation/generations of well-rounded individuals who will realize their worth and purpose, find their interest and gifting, develop their skills, reach their highest potential, and meet the demands of this nation and world by receiving personalized educational experiences in a disciplined, nurturing and character-building environment facilitated through partnership between faculty, students, parents and community.

Mission

The mission of Newman International Academy is to train and educate future generations of young men and women with wisdom, stature and favor; to give students opportunities to become whole individuals ready to serve the world by helping them reach their highest potential, and to provide in partnership with parents and community a well-rounded education within the context of American heritage.

Motto

Building the whole person for the whole world by raising warriors of wisdom, stature and favor.

Primary Purpose:

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them make academic progress. Provide support to help SPED students fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, and social growth. Develop or modify curriculum and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Work in a self-contained classroom, a resource classroom, or a general education setting to provide inclusion support to SPED students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university; Master’s degree preferred
• Valid Texas Special Education Teacher certificate
• Valid Texas Teacher certificate for assigned subject and grade level

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual
• Individual Education Program (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Experience:

• At least one year teaching or approved internship preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Be a role model. Uphold school vision of nurture, character, discipline, and academic excellence.
• Implement an instructional or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curriculum as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEPs for each student assigned. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Attend all staff meetings and participate in recommended training to improve job-related skills.
• Follow federal, state, and district policies and maintain confidentiality.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and electronic reports, records, and other documents required.
• Implement an instructional or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s).
• Use technology in teaching/learning process.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned by campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Consult with general education teachers and district personnel regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions/Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards.

NOTE: The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills that may be required.