Teacher, PEARS (Special Education PO#3602)
Position Type:TEACHER-MS/TCHR BSI/LIFE SKILLSDate Posted:5/8/2026Location:ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOLClosing Date:Until FilledAdditional Information: Show/HidePrimary Purpose:Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels.Qualifications:Education:Bachelor's degree from accredited universityValid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assignedSpecial Knowledge and Skills:Ability to work well with children with disabilitiesKnowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementationKnowledge of how to adapt curriculum and differentiate instruction for students with disabilitiesAbility to remain calm, non-reactive, consistent and positive when a student demonstrates misbehaviorAbility to maintain confidentialityStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience:At least one year of student teaching or approved internshipWorking Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipmentPosture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Frequent walkingLifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint,assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hoursEnvironment: Exposure to biological hazardsMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stressPLEASE OPEN ATTACHMENT FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION DUTIESPay Grade: Per Teacher/Librarian Pay RangeDays/Contract Status: 185 Days/Exempt - ContractPay Rate: See Current Salaries on Human Resource WebsiteAttachment(s):* Teacher_PEARS_PPCD.pdf