Teacher - Special Education Life Skills; NMHS

Teacher - Special Education Life Skills (NMHS)

• Position Type:
  Professional - Teacher Level (Secondary)/Secondary Teacher
• Date Posted: 2/27/2026
• Location:
  
  North Mesquite High School

• Shift Type:
  Full-Time
• Wage/Hour Status:
  Exempt
• Reports To:
  
  Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS:  School Year

To provide instruction and assistance necessary to enable all children to achieve and function successfully in the least restrictive environment.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Special Education Certificate

• Understanding of various disabilities and special education law.
• Skills to assist in remediation of various disabilities.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures of the MISD.
• Knowledge and understanding of the change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.

• None
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Teach children with learning impairments to function in regular classroom with modifications.
• Plan programs of study that meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Attend Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
• Develop and update the individual education plan for students.
• Work in collaboration with classroom teacher(s) to formulate teaching strategies, plan appropriate lessons, and evaluate student progress.
• Disclose confidential information regarding students only when disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.
• Perform other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Special education instructional aides

Mental Demands:

• Performing medical and personal hygiene procedures consistently.
• Lifting students.

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