Anticipated Certified Life Skills Teacher Grades K-2

Position: Anticipated 2026-2027 Certified Life Skills Teacher Grades K-2
Location: Coldspring

Title Anticipated  Certified Life Skills Teacher Grades K-2 Job Type Certificated Sub Title Location James Street Elementary Job Title Contact Name Shalonda Washington Contact Phone  Contact Email swashing ton Number of Openings (only type in the number) 1 Pay Months 12 FTE (must be only numbers between 0.01 and 100) Salary $50,000 - $67,743 Salary Rate Salary Information Full-time/Part-time Full-time Length of Year 10 months Location Address 14210 St Hwy 150 W Location City Coldspring Location State Texas Location Zip 77331 Location Phone  Requirements

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area Knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs Effective communication skills

Experience:

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Job Description

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned. Instructional Strategies Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

Participate in ARD Committee meetings as requested, including preparing competencies, drafting IEP's and updating IEP's. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned. Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s). Use technology in teaching/learning process. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal. Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school District. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior and administer discipline.

This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP. Consult District and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. Follow case manager duties as outlined by the Special Education Director. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, District, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.

Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Student Growth and Development Classroom Management and Organization Communication Other

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s). Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Personal computer and peripherals,and other instructional equipment Posture:
Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion:
Frequent walking Lifting:
May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint,…