2025-2026 Special Education Department Chair @ Hastings Ninth Grade Center

Alief ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Houston is seeking a Special Education Department Chair for Hastings Ninth Grade Center. This role involves providing leadership and support for special education instruction, ensuring compliance with laws and district expectations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in special education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and lead a team effectively. The position requires collaboration with teachers and administration to enhance educational outcomes for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in Special Education.
• ESL Certification required within two years for new hires.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee campus special education services.
• Facilitate ARD/IEP Committee Meetings.
• Support teachers in developing effective IEPs.

Skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Texas Special Education certification

ESL Certification

Tools

IEP Management software

Job description

2025-2026 Special Education Department Chair @ Hastings Ninth Grade Center

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Primary Purpose:

To provide campus leadership, coordination, and support of best practices for special education instruction to effectively implement each student’s individual Education Program (IEP) and to ensure the campus remains in compliance with special education law and state and district expectations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Texas Special Education certification
• ESL Certification preferred or ESL Certification required within two (2) years of employment beginning with teachers hired in 2010-11 school year
• Performance evaluation of Accomplished or Distinguished preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to manage student behavior
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Prior experience and skills in using IEP Management software
• Ability to lead other adults through consultation and collaboration
• Strong organizational skills

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in Special Education

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Program Management

• Lead and oversee campus special education services.
• Facilitate ARD/IEP Committee Meetings. Document decisions made by the ARD Committee in compliance with state and federal law as well as district guidelines.
• Support teachers in developing effective/measurable IEPs based on effective PLAAFP statements.
• Provide campus support, leadership and coaching in the provision of specially designed instruction to meet individual student needs related to their IEPs.
• Support administration to review lesson plans, grade reports, IEP progress reports, grading procedures, exams, and materials.
• Coordinate student schedules with the counselors according to the schedule of services developed at ARD.
• Monitor campus compliance with procedural expectations to ensure students are receiving FAPE, such as, but not limited to IEP progress updates, documentation logs, verification of student services, provision of Transition services, adherence to ARD and evaluation timelines, etc.
• Provide Campus Testing Coordinator with information needed for statewide assessments (STAAR EOC, STAAR Alt-2, SAT, etc.) for students with disabilities in accordance with the ARD/IEP recommendations.
• Continuously oversee and monitor Course Selection and Planning to ensure students are on track for meeting graduation and post-secondary goals.
• Collaborate with campus instructional leadership team to provide input and expertise in designing and delivering instruction for students with disabilities.
• Model effective instruction; provide on-going technical assistance; assist in strengthening lesson plans.
• Conduct regular monthly department meetings.
• Meet regularly with paraprofessionals to facilitate their success regarding assigned students, classroom duties, and documentation requirements.
• Provide administration with the information needed for Master Schedule development in a timely manner.
• Respond to parent calls and/or written requests within 24 hours.
• Follow the end of year procedures for completing and submitting required documentation to the central office prior to the end of the school year contract.
• Process work orders and requisitions for departmental needs.
• Serve as responsible party for departmental budget and inventory.
• Assist the principal in the selection and assignment of teachers, budgeting for instructional materials, and planning and informing the department of in-service opportunities.
• Respond to requests for information and attend meetings as requested by Central Special Education Administration.
• Attend ARD/IEP Meetings on other campuses as requested by the campus administrator.
• Ensure that all local, state, and federal regulations are being followed. (policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and law).

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Professional Non-Supervisor Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head. May be required to use therapeutic holds in the case of an emergency (only after appropriate training.)

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide or in-state travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days:195

Pay Grade: P1-O

2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $64,100 Mid. $64,600 Max. $65,100 (Based on previous experience)

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