About the Company:
Great Hearts Academies, a public non-profit charter network of academies is hiring for Special Education Teachers in San Antonio, Texas!
- Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School (8702 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78245)
- Live Oak Upper and Lower School (7653 N Loop 1604 E, Live Oak, TX 78233)
- Monte Vista South Lower School (211 Belknap Place, San Antonio, Texas 78212)
- Monte Vista North Upper School (319 E Mulberry Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212)
- Northern Oaks Lower School(17223 Jones Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247)
About the Role:
The Special Education Campus Teacher (in collaboration with the Special Education Director, Regional Coordinator, and Campus Headmaster) deliver specially-designed instruction in small groups and/or 1:1.
Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of local, state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to special education
- Knowledge of various special education eligibility conditions and the challenges to learning
- Knowledge of curriculum in grades K through 12
- Basic computer skills
- Strong organization and communication (written and oral)
- Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- Master’s Degree (Preferred)
- Valid Texas Teacher Certification
- Special Education Certification/Appropriate Board Licensure
Required Skills:
1-2 years of successful teaching experience
Preferred Skills:
Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
Texas Teacher Retirement System
Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Great Hearts, our Special Education Teachers 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.
