Special Education RISE Teacher - IDEA Robinson Academy

Description

RISE stands for Reaching Independence through Support and Education. IDEA Special Education RISE teachers ensure that our students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities are held to very high achievement expectations so they reach their fullest potential. Our teachers teach all subjects—Reading, Writing, Math, History, Adaptive PE, and others—to students with intellectual, behavioral, and physical disabilities.

They also provide resources, education, training, and emotional support to the families they serve, preparing families for long‑term plans for their children.

• Starting teacher salary for 0 years of experience: $59,500. Eligible for various stipends based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership ranging from $500–$4,000 each.
• Additional hourly compensation for after‑school tutoring or Saturday school as assigned.

• Paid Family Leave:
  Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Up to 50% of tuition toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion.
• Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work‑life services at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year educational institution (required).
• Experience in a Special Education classroom with students who have significant disabilities (strongly preferred).
• Valid Texas state certification in Special Education (required).
• Appropriate grade and subject band core content certification(s) or Texas Core Content Competency Worksheet (required).

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations.
• Ability to facilitate Admission, Review, and Dismissal meetings.
• Strong family engagement and communication.
• Record of results for students who are academically at risk.

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Support coordination of related services for students on your caseload.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a caseload of students.
• Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.
• Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and develop teaching plans.
• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions.
• Discuss student progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
• Implement state learning standards and IDEA curricula to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
• Use formal and informal assessments to track individual student progress and adjust lesson plans, updating the gradebook weekly.
• Communicate students’ progress with students and families on a weekly basis.
• Use technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work‑related tasks.
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus‑wide initiatives.
• Help shape and develop a school‑wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with students and families.
• Host tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
• Participate in weekly manager check‑ins, grade‑level meetings, before and after‑school duties, and school‑wide meetings and functions.
• Engage in summer and year‑long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Commit…