Special Education Teacher - Fort Worth, TX

Make a meaningful impact in the classroom by supporting students with exceptional needs in a contract position near Fort Worth, TX. This role requires a dedicated educator with a background in special education and a talent for guiding students with severe behavioral challenges in grades 1 through 3. Your expertise will help foster growth and learning in a supportive, structured environment.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Valid Special Education Teacher certification for Texas
• Substantial experience working with students exhibiting severe behavioral needs
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training strongly preferred
• Ability to employ evidence-based behavioral management techniques
• Strong collaborative skills to work alongside other educators and support staff
• Passion for creating an inclusive, positive classroom atmosphere
• Adaptability and effective communication with students, families, and colleagues

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement individualized instruction and behavioral plans for students with significant behavioral differences
• Work closely with a small group (grades 1–3), emphasizing positive reinforcement and appropriate coping strategies
• Monitor student progress, documenting behavioral and academic data to adjust interventions as needed
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and administration to ensure student success
• Facilitate social and emotional learning activities that build self-advocacy and interpersonal skills
• Participate in team meetings, providing insight on student needs and best practices

You will be supported by a dedicated administrative team and be provided with collaborative resources for professional growth. You’ll play a vital part in helping students overcome obstacles and develop skills for lifelong success.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students who need it most, apply today and bring your skills and compassion to a rewarding classroom environment!