Position: Teacher, Special Education - SAIL (Social Academic and Interpersonal Learning)

Campus:  To Be Assigned

This posting is for the 2023-2024 school year.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate and Special Education EC-12 
• Alternative Certification Program applicants must have passed content exam(s) to be eligible for employment
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Job Description:

• Provide students with Autism Spectrum Disorders appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
• Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
• Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program based on the SILC model and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect strategies designed specifically for students with ASD.
• Collaborate with District Specialists in creating functional communication systems for non-verbal students.
• Work cooperatively with general education teachers to modify curricula as needed for students with ASD according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Attend ARD meetings and develop and implement appropriate IEP's for students with ASD.
• Conduct assessment of students to determine skill level for instructional activities.
• Maintain open communication with campus administrators and district special programs staff
• Other duties required by campus/district supervisors reflective of district policies and procedures

Salary:                                  

• $60,000 for beginning teacher with "0" years experience 
• $1,000 Master's Degree addenda
• Additional $1,000 Doctorate Degree addenda
• $3,000 Stipend - SAIL Teacher

Pay Grade: Certified Instructional, 10 Duty Months   

Other Information 

Please apply online, attaching your resume and letter of interest. Three references must be received and must include your current building principal.

ACP Candidates must attach the program acceptance letter with current eligibility status.

The District contributes $400/month to the cost of employee only health insurance, which is $175/month greater than the state required amount of $225/month.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
• Mental Demands: Maintain control under stress