Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation General knowledge of curriculum and instruction Experience: At least one-year student teaching or approved internship Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Strategies • Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned. DeSoto ISD Job Description Job Title: Teacher, Special Education Contract Days: 187 Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: Educator Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Funding Source: Local Revision Date: May 2024 Primary Purpose: Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.