Special Education Teacher

Job Posting: Special Education Teacher / Learning Specialist

ExcelPrep - San Antonio, Texas
Campus Opening: August 2026

Position Overview

ExcelPrep is seeking a highly qualified, mission-aligned Special Education Teacher / Learning Specialist to join the founding teamfor our new San Antonio campus opening in August 2026. This is a full-time, on-site position for an educator who is passionate about serving neurodiverse learners through structured, research-based, and data-driven instruction.

The ideal candidate will bring strong instructional expertise, adeep commitment to student growth, and the ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary educational and therapeutic environment.

About ExcelPrep

ExcelPrep is a mission-driven private program serving neurodiverse children through structured, research-based instruction. Our mission is simple: to prioritize the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners.

We are a professional and agile organization committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming that supports meaningful learning outcomes. Our goal is to provide a nurturing, academically focused environment where students develop strong academic foundations, cognitive-linguistic skills, and the confidence needed to succeed in school and beyond.

Our Programs

PreK-8 Academic Program

Our PreK-8 Academic Program is grounded in Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching. Instruction focuses on core academic skills, including reading, writing, and mathematics, through explicit and systematic teaching methods that emphasize:

• Mastery

• Fluency

• Generalization

• Language development

• Reasoning

• Executive functioning

• Social competence

• Direct Instruction and instructional design

• Precision Teaching and data-based decision making

• Instruction grounded in behavior science research

• Occupational Therapy as a prioritized therapy alongside ABA in support of sensory-motor development

• Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs

• Design and implement instructional programming aligned with student profiles, goals, and learning needs

• Deliver explicit, systematic instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, and related academic readiness skills

• Apply research-based methodologies, including Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching, to support student mastery, fluency, and generalization

• Differentiate instruction within a structured setting to meet a range of learner needs

• Collect, analyze, and interpret student performance data to inform instructional planning

• Monitor progress toward individualized academic, behavioral, and developmental goals

• Make timely instructional adjustments based on objective student data

• Maintain accurate, organized, and compliant student records, reports, and documentation

• Collaborate closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, ABA staff, Occupational Therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members
• Communicate professionally and effectively with families regarding student progress, goals, and instructional strategies

• Participate actively in team meetings, case discussions, planning sessions, and campus-wide initiatives

• Foster a structured, supportive, and academically focused classroom environment

• Support implementation fidelity of instructional and behavior support systems

• Contribute to campus startup efforts, training, and ongoing program development

• Help establish a strong professional culture as a member of the founding San Antonio team

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a closely related field

• Valid Texas teaching certification in Special Education, or eligibility to obtain certification prior to the start date

• Experience working with students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodiverse learning profiles

• Strong knowledge of individualized instruction, structured teaching practices, and progress monitoring

• Demonstrated ability to use student data to guide instructional decision-making

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Commitment to professionalism, collaboration, and evidence-based educational practice

• Master's degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field

• Experience with Direct Instruction and/or Precision Teaching

• Familiarity with ABA principles and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Experience in a private school, specialized educational setting, clinical setting, or therapeutic learning environment

• Knowledge of cognitive-linguistic, behavioral, and sensory-motor learning needs

• Bilingual or multilingual abilities

• Deeply aligned with ExcelPrep's mission

• Skilled in supporting neurodiverse learners through structured instruction

• Organized, reflective, and data-driven

• Comfortable in a high-accountability, collaborative environment

• Motivated to contribute to the successful launch of a new campus

• Committed to continuous improvement and high professional standards

• Full-time, on-site position in San Antonio, Texas

• Opportunity to join a founding team in advance of the August 2026 campus opening

• Collaborative, interdisciplinary workplace

• Professional and agile organizational culture

• Strong emphasis on student outcomes, instructional quality, and research-based practice

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision benefits

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development and training

• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Copy of teaching certification or documentation of certification eligibility

• Professional references