School Services - School Special Education Teacher
Lufkin, TX
Allied Support for Kids
5x8 hrs
$1,763/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration40 weeks
- SettingSchool
Pay
Description
- Position: Elementary Special Education Teacher (Kindergarten-2nd grade)
- Location: Lufkin, East Texas
- School Year: August 12, 2026 – May 20, 2027 (Meet the Teacher Day: August 10, 2026)
- Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
- Classroom: Self-contained; 7-8 students per class, all ambulatory, some verbal and some non-verbal
- Student Needs: Intellectual delay, developmental delay, autism, syndromes (not severe/medically fragile)
- Support: Paraprofessional and administrative support available
- Responsibilities:
- Provide specialized learning activities to support student intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
- Develop, modify, and deliver curricula and lessons tailored to student abilities
- Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and parents/guardians
- Attend meetings and complete reports as required
- Maintain strong communication and organization skills
- Manage and implement IEPs; participate in ARD meetings
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements
- Experience in special education settings (resource, self-contained, 1:1, behavioral)
- Knowledge of IEP and ARD processes and curriculum adaption
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Compensation: $1,400–$1,600/week, based on experience; potential tax-free per diem stipends
- Benefits:
- Weekly pay (Friday)
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance (coverage starts day 1)
- Family planning benefits (including IVF)
- Life insurance, family health options
- Reimbursement for licensing and continuing education (if applicable)
- Referral rewards and license/CE assistance
About Employer:
Ardor Health Solutions is a women & family-owned staffing agency with a focus on community, transparency, and clinician support. A.S.K. (Allied Support for Kids) is their pediatric and school-based division.
Employer
Allied Support for Kids
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.
About Lufkin, TX
As a in Lufkin, TX here's what you should know:- Lufkin's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, and average lows are around 72°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 59°F, and average lows are around 38°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lufkin, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Lufkin is car-friendly, and most residents rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Lufkin has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Lufkin offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, as well as options for art and music enthusiasts.
- Sports and outdoor activities are popular, with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby area.
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