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Special Education Teacher (COT)
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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$62,446 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
JobID:
5356Position Type:
Teacher Date Posted:
8/31/2026Location:
Frank Macias Elementary Date Available:
For 2026-2027School Year Closing Date:
09/14/2026@Noon Salary Range:
$60,000 - $61,600Contract Days:
187 This position requires a TX Special Education Certification and Core Subjects 4-8 , Bilingual/ESL Certification, preferred.Minimum Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree from accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements
- Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
- At least one year student teaching or approved internship
Special Knowledge/Skills :
- Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Required Documents :
The following are the required documents that must be submitted with your application in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents electronically or deliver them to the CISD Central Administration Building located at 14521 Horizon Blvd., El Paso, TX 79928:- Copy of College/University transcript with applicable degree posted
- Copy of Texas teaching certificate with required endorsement (Or) Copy of letter of acceptance/eligibility from alternative certification program (And) Copy of Content Exam scores
- Copy of driver's license
- Current resume It is the policy of Clint ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, handicap or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.