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Teacher - SPED; SAILS

Job in Cypress, Harris County, Texas, 77410, USA
Listing for: Waller Independent School District
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Teacher, School Counselor, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Teacher - SPED (SAILS) (26-27)
Job Title: Special Education Teacher (SAILS)

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Elementary Principal

Pay Grade: Teacher Pay Scale

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Annual Work Days Scheduled: 187 (Pending DOI)

Primary Purpose:

Structured Academics and Integrated Learning Services (SAILS) are designed for students K-12 who have significant cognitive, adaptive behavior, social, communication, behavior intervention, and curriculum access needs. Students require highly structured learning environments and intensive specialized instruction within a special education self-contained setting with continued access to inclusive opportunities. Students requiring SAILS need instruction designed to address significant social/communication and behavior needs.

Students access the curriculum through an alternate curriculum at a pre-requisite skill level.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
  • Bachelor's degree from accredited university
  • Appropriate Texas teaching certificate (e.g. Special Education EC-12 and appropriate generalist / core certificate, as well as ESL certificate if applicable)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs
  • Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
  • Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
  • Effective communication skills
Experience:
  • Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional, Social, Emotional and Behavior Development
  • Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for special education services.
  • Complete all district, state and federal paperwork required under IDEA, within the district's timeline.
  • Implement an instructional program for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills.
  • Collaborate with campus staff, related service providers and district special education administrative staff to provide an appropriate education for eligible students.
  • Communicate with campus staff, district special education staff and parents/guardians information pertaining to student's ARD paperwork, IEP's and general progress.
  • Develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives as indicated on student's IEP.
  • Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
  • Retain all appropriate documentation regarding skills development and progress reporting. Complete state assessment for eligible students.
  • Help manage the behavior of assigned students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
  • Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
  • Work with assigned students or small groups to develop social, emotional, and behavioral skills
  • Provide direct behavioral services to students within general education settings, and indirect support to staff working with students through coaching and training.
  • Design and implement social skills instruction for students.
  • Design and implement behavior intervention plans. Provide training to staff to ensure appropriate implementation.
  • Supervise and train paraprofessionals to provide support according to students' IEPs.
  • Design, implement, and train staff on data collection systems.
  • Implement service recommendations from district specialists.
  • Complete all case management duties according to district procedures.
  • Student Growth and Development
  • Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  • Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
  • Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
  • Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
  • Classroom Management and Organization
  • Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
  • Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Communication
  • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student's progress and needs/concerns.
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