Elementary Special Education Teacher

Stride, Inc.

. Serve as teacher of record for self-contained and ALT special education students .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) while providing tailored instruction and support for special education students. Proficient in utilizing technology and data analysis to enhance learning outcomes and promote student success in diverse educational settings.

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Texas Elementary (EC–6) Teaching CertificationTexas Special Education Teaching CertificationESL Supplemental CertificationProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPointExperience with Online Learning Platforms

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Hard Skills

IEP DevelopmentData AnalysisInstructional SupportAccommodations and ModificationsStandardized Test PreparationAssistive Technology ImplementationSynchronous and Asynchronous LearningStudent Progress MonitoringCollaboration with General Education TeachersVirtual-Classroom Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCollaborative WorkAdaptability to New TechnologiesParent Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Texas Elementary (EC–6) Teaching CertificationTexas Special Education Teaching CertificationESL Supplemental Certification

Industry Keywords

Special EducationSelf-Contained StudentsALT StudentsIEP GoalsInclusionProfessional Learning CommunitiesHouse Bill (HB) 3 Reading AcademyREAD GrantStudent Data RepresentationBackground Check Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as teacher of record for self-contained and ALT special education students
Provide instruction, support, and guidance focused on individual IEP needs
Manage learning processes and provide special education services
Monitor progress toward IEP goals and maintain service logs
Create compliant IEPs, progress reports, and required state special education documentation
Participate in annual IEP and collaborative special education meetings
Provide synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences
Analyze student data and prescribe remediation or enrichment
Collect work samples and document student progress, parent contacts, collaborations, and interventions
Implement accommodations and modifications, including assistive technology and accessible text
Support general education teachers and parents with accommodations
Promote inclusion and student success in general education classrooms
Maintain grade books and provide input on placement and promotion decisions
Prepare students for standardized tests
Communicate with families, students, and learning coaches/parents
Support curricular, instructional, and basic virtual-classroom troubleshooting needs
Support in-person student testing
Participate in professional learning communities and data-analysis meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Texas Elementary (EC–6) Teaching Certification
Texas Special Education Teaching Certification
ESL Supplemental Certification, or obtain it by June 1 of the following calendar year
Complete House Bill (HB) 3 Reading Academy or have participated in the 2018–2019 READ Grant
Residency in Texas
Ability to work collaboratively to interpret and produce numeric, tabular, and graphic student-data representations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel up to 20% for in-person testing, professional development, or other school-required travel
Ability to clear required background check
Experience working with self-contained and ALT students in the proposed age group (desired)
Experience supporting adults and children in technology use (desired)
Experience teaching online or in a brick-and-mortar environment (desired)
Experience with an online learning platform (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Home-based position
Seasonal travel requirements
Professional Learning Communities/professional development
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment