Travel Contract

School Services - School Special Education Teacher
Wylie, TX
Allied Support for Kids
5x8 hrs

$1,725/week
Posted 4 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date08/10/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration41 weeks
  • Setting
    School

Description


Situated between two lakes and just NE of Garland is Wylie, TX. We're looking to hire two special education teachers for the upcoming school year. Both roles are working with students in Life Skills classrooms. One position is for 5-6th graders, the second role is for 7-8th graders. A life skills classroom in special education is a specialized, functional learning environment designed to help students with disabilities build the adaptive and practical skills needed for maximum independence. Instead of focusing solely on traditional academics, the curriculum emphasizes daily living, vocational training, communication, and community integration.   Key Details:

*Youll need a working knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

*You'll need a working knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education

*You'll work to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs

*You'll plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

*Effective communication skills, both orally and written is required

 

Qualifications:

*We are seeking applicants with at least one year student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

*Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

*Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

*Valid Texas teaching certificate with core content areas

 

Job Duties Overview:

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

4. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

5. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

6. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.

7. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.

8. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

9. Plan and supervise assignments for instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s).

10. Use technology in teaching/learning process.

 

Earnings and Benefits:

*Weekly income with be between $1,685-1,850, this position is eligible for tax free stipends if you meet qualifications.

*Weekly pay, every Friday! 

*Major medical/dental and vision/pet insurance on day 1 for you and your family

*Family planning benefits like IVF coverage

*Life insurance with extensive family health options

 

Meet Ardor Health Solutions & A.S.K.

Ardor — passion in action. Founded in 2001, Ardor Health is a Women & Family owned nursing, allied, and therapy staffing agency based in Tampa, FL. For nearly 25 years, our mission has stayed simple: passion and empowerment.

We don't just recruit — we build community. Expect transparency in pay, no ghosting, and a team that champions you from first call to contract completion. You choose your assignment; we're right there cheering you on.

A.S.K. (Allied Support for Kids) is our full-service pediatric and school-based placement division — built around your career goals. Travel assignments, long-term placements, or something in between? Just A.S.K.

✔ Tiered referral rewards up to $1,200 per clinician
✔ License, CE & certification assistance (case-by-case)
✔ Transparent pay — no bait & switch, ever

Ready to travel farther together?

Allied Support for Kids Job ID #JPC -1208043. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Special Education Teacher - Life Skills

Employer

Allied Support for Kids

About

Ardor Schools & Kids (A.S.K): Empowering Clinicians to Shape the Future of Kids

At Ardor Health, our journey began in 2001 with a simple, powerful belief: passionate clinicians can transform lives, especially when they are embedded in the communities where children learn, grow, and thrive. Today, we are proud to reconnect with that legacy in a bold new way through Ardor Schools & Kids (A.S.K), a dedicated initiative designed to create meaningful impact in both school and pediatric settings.

A.S.K is more than a staffing program. It is a purpose driven movement that brings together Ardor’s deep history of school based clinical placements with a growing network of pediatric focused opportunities nationwide. Whether supporting students in the classroom or caring for young patients in clinical environments, A.S.K empowers therapists and clinicians to make an authentic, lasting difference in the lives of children and families.


Why A.S.K Matters

Impact that goes beyond care. This is more than a job. It is service, advocacy, and community engagement. A.S.K clinicians are not only providers, but mentors, allies, and champions for kids.

A return to our roots. Ardor Health was founded on strong partnerships within school communities. A.S.K strengthens that foundation while expanding our reach into pediatric care settings where the need is growing every day.

Flexible, meaningful opportunities. From classroom support to pediatric clinics and specialized care environments, A.S.K offers assignments that align with your passion, expertise, and career goals.


Who A.S.K Serves

Clinicians seeking purposeful pediatric and school based roles where their skills can create measurable change.

School districts and healthcare facilities looking for tailored staffing solutions that directly support student and patient success.

Therapy students and new graduates ready to launch careers centered on impact, growth, and purpose.

With A.S.K, helping kids is not just a career. It is a calling. We are here to provide the opportunities, support, and partnership clinicians need to make a meaningful difference where it matters most, with kids.

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Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Plano is slightly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
  • However, the wages in Plano generally match up with the higher cost of living.
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  • The average high in summer is around 94°F, and the average low in winter is around 34°F.
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  • Plano is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system connecting to Dallas.
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  • Plano is a diverse city with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in Plano.
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