sweetwater independent school districtSweetwater, TX
Special Education Teacher - Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
$15,367 - $27,611 per year
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Special Education Teacher - Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
sweetwater independent school districtSweetwater, TX
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$15,367 - $27,611 per year
Special Education Teachers, Elementary SchoolSpecial Education Teachers, All OtherSpecial Education Teachers, Kindergarten
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Date Posted: 4/20/2026
Location: East Ridge Elementary
Date Available:08/01/2026K 2 Special Education Teacher East Ridge Elementary | Sweetwater ISDSweetwater Independent School District is seeking a compassionate and skilled K 2 Special Education Teacher to join the team at East Ridge Elementary. We are committed to ensuring all students receive high-quality instruction and support, and we are looking for an educator who is passionate about meeting the diverse needs of early learners through individualized instruction and inclusive practices.
Position Overview:
The K 2 Special Education Teacher will provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities in both inclusion and pull-out settings. The ideal candidate will design and implement individualized education programs (IEPs), collaborate closely with general education teachers, and use data-driven practices to accelerate student learning and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Provide targeted instruction in foundational literacy, math, and social-emotional skills
- Deliver services in both inclusion and small-group/pull-out settings
- Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure access to Tier 1 instruction
- Use progress monitoring and assessment data to adjust instruction
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines
- Build strong relationships with students, families, and staff
- Participate actively in ARD meetings, PLCs, and campus professional development
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certification in Special Education (EC 12)
- Valid Core Subjects EC 6 certification preferred
- Knowledge of early childhood development and differentiated instruction
- Experience with IEP development, progress monitoring, and behavior supports preferred
- Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)
- Sweetwater ISD participates in the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment, providing additional compensation for highly effective teachers based on designation level:
- Recognized:$7, 683 annually
- Exemplary: $15,367 annually
- Master: $27,611annually
- Allotment amounts vary from year to year.
- Why Sweetwater ISD?Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
- Ongoing professional development and instructional coaching
- Strong focus on early intervention and inclusive practices
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
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$15,367 - $27,611 per year
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Sweetwater, TX
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