Job Description
Special Education Teacher - Great Hearts Lakeside (2025-2026 School Year)7633 Harris Parkway; Fort Worth, TX 76123
Special Education at Great Hearts:
At Great Hearts, our Special Education Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty, participating in all faculty-wide events and PD, while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students.
Great Hearts aims to serve all students within our special education population in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy.
Through consultation, resource, inclusion, and co-teaching models, the Special Education team provides essential support, following an Individualized Education Plan, to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.
Job description:
In consultation with other school personnel, the Special Education Teacher :
Provides educational services to students with disabilities
Is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs, and instruction in the resource, inclusion, LID, and other instructional settings.
Exceptional benefits (medical, dental, vision, life etc.) with minimal employee cost
Texas Teacher Retirement System for employees
Qualifications: Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Texas Generalist/Core content Teaching Certification with required endorsements or training for relevant subject and level (preferred)
Valid Texas Special Education Teaching Certification
Experience:
1 year of successful Special Education teaching experience in a K-12 school (preferred)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and policies affecting special education
Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies
Knowledge of educational technology applications
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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