"School Teacher- Special Education"

Job Details

School Teacher- Special Education

Full-time/40 Hours per Week

Salary
Commensurate with experience.

Hiring Department
University Academy

Location
University of Texas at Tyler: Palestine, Texas. This position does not allow for remote work.

Required Application Materials
Please combine all documents into one prior to uploading.
The application should include a resume, cover letter (limited to no more than two (2) pages, single-sided), education transcripts, a copy of any relevant certifications, three references that can be contacted, and the Declaration of Applicant Form.

For Instruction Related Positions, include the following:
The cover letter should include answers to the following questions:
Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to project-based learning.

Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to distance education.

Describe your experience and philosophy as it relates to the daily routine of teaching.

The Declaration of Applicant Form is located on this website:
https://www.uttua.org/departments/human-resources/files/2025-8-preemployment-preservice-affidavit.pdf

The Declaration of Applicant Form is REQUIRED by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) when the applicant applies. A copy of the signed form or photo of the signed form should be included with the combined documents.

Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your "resume", upload your combined documents as one file.

• Please do not upload documents to "Cover Letter" or "References".

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the "resume" prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary
UT Tyler University Academy (UTTUA) is an open-enrollment charter school, serving students in Tyler, Longview and Palestine. We utilize Project and Problem Based Learning models with a STEM focus. The classroom teacher will provide instruction to students both face-to-face through project-based learning and online. The teacher will be supported by a Campus Director, University Academy Central Office Administrators, Professional Development Specialists, and university faculty. Teachers will be expected to participate in graduate level work, and those teachers not currently holding a master's degree will be expected to be enrolled in a program as part of the compensation package. The position will be a 9-month university appointment, predicated on performance, enrollment, and continued successful operations of the charter school.

Essential Functions

• Direct instruction of students.
• Curriculum development and lesson planning.
• Classroom and student management.
• Preparing instructional materials and classroom for daily lessons.
• Communication and outreach.
• Assist with other campus activities/duties as needed; breakfast/lunch duty, pick-up duty, etc.
• Collaborating with colleagues, including participate in PLCS with all teachers at the campus, as well as teachers at other campuses using distance technologies.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Appropriate grade/subject certification

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Content knowledge; knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to integrate multiple technologies.
• Ability to integrate project-based learning.
• Ability to integrate stem disciplines.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Experience working with special needs students.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize teams and meet deadlines.

About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.

Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.

EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.