Special Education Co-Teacher

Primary Purpose

Provide direct instructional support to students with disabilities in a general education classroom through a co-teaching model. Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure access to grade-level curriculum while implementing individualized supports aligned with each student's IEP.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education (EC�12 or appropriate grade level)
• ESL certification (preferred, depending on campus population)

Experience

• Experience working with students with disabilities in an inclusive setting preferred
• Knowledge of co-teaching models and differentiated instruction

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instruction & Co-Teaching

• Implement effective co-teaching models (e.g., parallel teaching, station teaching, team teaching)
• Collaborate with general education teacher to deliver standards-based instruction
• Modify and adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs
• Provide small group and individualized instruction within the classroom

IEP Implementation & Compliance

• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined in student IEPs
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and objectives
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with district and state guidelines
• Support ARD/IEP meetings by providing input on student performance

Collaboration

• Plan lessons jointly with general education teachers
• Communicate regularly with parents, administrators, and support staff
• Work with related service providers (speech, OT, etc.) to support student needs

Classroom Support & Behavior

• Support implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Use proactive classroom management strategies

Assessment & Data

• Assist in administering assessments (formal and informal)
• Analyze student data to inform instruction and interventions
• Track and report student progress

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain documentation in systems such as IEP platforms (e.g., Embrace or equivalent)
• Ensure services provided are documented accurately (critical for audits/monitoring)
• Follow all federal, state, and district special education policies

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May assist in supervising paraprofessionals or instructional aides assigned to the classroom

Working Conditions

• Regular classroom environment
• May include lifting, positioning, or assisting students with physical needs
• Frequent standing, walking, and classroom mobility

*Salary is commensurate with experience
*Minimum Salary $66,000 for fully certified teachers
*Works 187-day Contract
* Please note that this role requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote work.

Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through April 27, 2026. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after April 27th will be reviewed in five-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire