Special Education Curriculum Coach

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District • Cypress, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Curriculum Coach will be responsible for coaching campus and district staff in the implementation of behavioral strategies and interventions to promote positive student behavior. This role involves assisting teachers and staff with the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs), curricular models for Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), and modifications/accommodations for the general education curriculum for students with special needs. The coach will also support the writing and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and the selection of appropriate data collection systems. Additionally, the position includes developing and conducting district-wide staff development for ECSE staff and performing other assigned duties. Regular and reliable attendance is essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience as an ECSE teacher
• Knowledge of and successful experience implementing research-based strategies in working with students with disabilities
• Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, coaching, and teaching other teachers and paraeducators.
• Successful experience identifying functions of behavior and developing individualized behavior support plans.
• Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, coaching, and collaborating with teachers

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree from a recognized, accredited college or university
• Texas certification in elementary or secondary education

Responsibilities

• Coach campus/district staff in implementation of behavioral strategies and interventions which results in positive student behavior.
• Assist teachers/campus staff with development of effective and measurable behavior intervention plans (BIP) and behavioral goals.
• Assist in the implementation of the curricular models for ECSE.
• Assist teachers in modifying and accommodating the general education curriculum for students receiving special education services in the general education setting.
• Assist teachers and campus staff in writing and implementing developmentally appropriate standards-based IEPs.
• Assist teachers with the selection of appropriate data collection systems for students.
• Develop and conduct district-wide staff development for ECSE staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior