Special Education Teacher in Wylie, TX

Step into a meaningful role providing specialized support for students with diverse needs in an elementary life skills classroom. This contract position offers the opportunity to utilize your expertise as a Special Education Teacher, working in a dedicated Functional Academic and Social Education (FASE) setting. You'll join an onsite team focused on fostering growth and helping students develop essential skills for lifelong success.

Qualifications:

• Valid and active Special Education certification for Texas
• Endorsement in Self Contained, Core Subjects, or Generalist (endorsement must align with job grade levels)
• Experience working in a FASE/life skills or comparable special education environment strongly preferred
• In-depth understanding of differentiated instructional strategies and behavior management
• Solid collaboration skills for working with other educators, related service providers, and families
• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a dynamic classroom setting

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized, evidence-based instruction and implement IEPs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Support students’ academic and functional independence using creative teaching methods
• Collaborate with support staff and related services to meet each student’s needs
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress, attendance, and communications
• Facilitate a positive, structured environment, applying best practices in classroom management
• Engage in ongoing communication with families, fostering transparency and trust

This is an onsite contract assignment, running through December 18, with a 37.5 hour weekly schedule supporting one classroom. If you have a passion for making a difference and hold the required SPED certification and qualifying endorsement, your skills are needed in this rewarding role.

Ready to help students thrive in an empowering setting? Submit your application today and contribute to a welcoming, energetic learning community!