Special Education Teacher

• Provide students with disabilities appropriate learning activities and experiences to support educational progress, especially emotional and social skills
• Develop modified curricula and instructional materials for students' ability levels
• Collaborate with parents and staff to develop Individualized Education Programs through the ARD/IEP Committee process
• Develop and implement IEP-aligned lesson plans and accommodations
• Use technology, including assistive technology, in teaching and learning
• Participate regularly in ARD/IEP committee meetings
• Plan and supervise teaching assistant assignments
• Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing
• Provide or supervise personal, medical, and feeding care as stated in IEPs
• Help students develop independence, advocacy, and emotional regulation skills
• Supervise extracurricular activities as assigned
• Create a classroom environment appropriate for students' physical, social, and emotional development
• Implement positive behavioral supports and student restraint as a last resort for safety
• Communicate with parents, students, service providers, principals, and teachers
• Maintain required records and reports for District and TEA compliance
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and staff committees
• Supervise assigned teaching assistants

Special Education Teacher providing intensive behavioral support at Frisco ISD's Sparks Elementary

Special Education Teacher – Specialized Behavior Support

Special Education Teacher delivering individualized academic, emotional, and behavioral support at Sparks Elementary. Developing IEP-aligned instruction and supervising student care and teaching assistants.

• 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.
• Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process.
• Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
• Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.
• Supports the campus Section 504 program and to ensure provision of needed services.
• Maintains compliant campus records and documentation for all eligible Section 504 students.
• Coordinates referrals and facilitates evaluations/eligibility determination.

Special Education Teacher planning and providing instructions for special education students

Online Special Education Teacher K-5, Section 504 Coordinator

Special Education Teacher planning and providing specially designed instructions for special education students. Collaborating with staff and managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education.

• Provide a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers each student to achieve their potential.
• Participate in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) process to collaborate with students, parents, campus, and District staff to develop appropriately challenging Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Support special education students in all school settings as needed.

Special Education Teacher supporting middle school students at Stafford Middle School

Special Education Teacher – Middle School Inclusion

Special Education Teacher providing inclusive education and support at Stafford Middle School in Frisco ISD. Empowering students through individualized instruction in a collaborative environment.

• Provide students with disabilities appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them achieve educational progress related to their intellectual, communication, emotional, social, physical, and self-help skills.
• Develop modified curricula and other instructional materials to address each student’s ability level.
• Collaborate with parents and other staff members to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through the ARD/IEP Committee process, including attendance at ARDC meeting.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the students’ IEPs and reflect the District's established curriculum; demonstrate written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles/needs, including activities, materials and equipment.
• Use technology (including assistive technology) to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teaching assistants and volunteers.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
• Help students develop independence and self-advocacy skills.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Provide positive behavioral supports to manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
• Must be physically capable of implementing student restraint as a last resort for safety.
• Establish and maintain open communications by conducting conferences with parents, student, related service providers, principals and teachers.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills with students, parents and colleagues.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required for District and TEA compliance.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, District and school regulations and policies related to the delivery of special education services.

Provide specialized instruction for students with disabilities at Frisco ISD

Special Education Teacher – Structured Learning Class

Special Education Teacher providing adapted learning experiences for students with disabilities. Collaborating with staff to develop tailored educational plans and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

• Provide a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers each student to achieve their potential.
• Prepare and provide individualized instruction and accommodations in a supportive and inclusive general education and/or special education environment.
• Participate in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) process to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Use data to plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment.

Special Education Teacher supporting students with diverse abilities in a Frisco school

Special Education Teacher – Elementary Resource

Special Education Teacher at Bright Academy providing individualized support for diverse student needs. Collaborating with staff to develop inclusive educational environments.

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Special Education Teacher – Specialized Behavior Support

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