Teacher - SPED - Resource/ICS

Katy ISD • Katy, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides special education consultation and instruction to meet the needs of eligible students with disabilities. Communicates student needs and information—including ARD paperwork, IEPs, BIPs, and general progress—with campus staff, district special education staff, and parents or guardians. The role also includes other duties as assigned, including SHARS duties, and providing personal care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Valid Texas certificate in the appropriate area.
• Ability to work effectively between the school and community.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• CPI Certificate, once employed.

Nice To Haves

• Participation in the Aspiring Assistant Principals Academy is listed as a potential leadership opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for special education.
• Complete local, state, and federal paperwork required for program participation.
• Develop instructional programs to help eligible students master essential knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate with regular education teachers and related service staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible students.
• Administer criterion-referenced testing.
• Keep current with and apply state-of-the-art educational practices.
• Oversee assigned paraprofessionals’ implementation of student programs, including training on data collection and specific instructional strategies.
• Collect and maintain data related to student progress and grades.
• Report progress on IEP goals/objectives and grades according to district policy and ARD documents.
• Provide appropriate behavior management techniques for eligible students.
• Complete state assessment requirements for eligible students.
• Communicate regularly with general education staff and parents/guardians about student progress, needs, and concerns.
• Maintain confidential student records and audit folders.
• Attend district-required and job-specific training and staff development.
• Perform other SHARS duties as assigned.
• Provide personal care as identified in applicable student IEPs.
• Supervise assigned teacher aides and student teachers, as applicable.

Benefits

• World-class professional development and training opportunities.
• Inclusive work environment emphasizing collaboration, teamwork, and diversity.
• Competitive teacher pay.
• Advanced-degree stipend for a master’s or doctorate degree.
• Additional stipends for certain positions, including some special education positions.
• Teacher Incentive Allotment additional pay for Recognized, Exemplary, and Master teachers in designated classroom teaching positions.
• Employee benefits include RediMD Telemedicine and an Employee Assistance Program for mental healthcare.
• Positive work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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