Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
Job Description
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop and implement individualized plans for specially designed instruction so that students develop competencies and skills to maximize opportunities, independent living, economic self‑sufficiency, and full participation in society.
Qualifications
- Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Texas certification standards for special education, including bilingual, as required by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)
- Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to implement sheltered instruction across all content areas
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of specially designed instruction to address student needs related to disability conditions
- Proficiency with digital tools including Google Suite, Microsoft 365 ARD/IEP software, and Learning Management Systems
- Knowledge of the district’s bilingual and ESL programs
- Bilingual required
- Experience:
- Direct work experience with individuals with disabilities preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Serve a diverse population of students, including those participating in state/federal programs and general education, by providing sheltered instruction across content areas
- Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members
- Abide by the Alief ISD Code of Civility
- Maintain an acceptable attendance rate of 94% annually (excluding approved leaves and emergencies)
- Confer with and foster professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators regularly per building and district guidelines
- Plan and participate in all meetings and provide documentation for students regarding admissions, reviews, progress, grades, dismissals, conferences, etc.
- Translate oral and written communications as needed
- Comply with state and federal laws, district policies, rules, regulations, and administrative directives as they exist or may be amended
Instructional Strategies
- Plan and deliver instruction in English or Spanish, aligned with Texas Education Agency (TEA) standards, district mandates, approved curricula, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Design and implement lesson plans aligned with TEA standards, district curriculum, and students’ IEPs, with written evidence of preparation as required
- Use appropriate instructional strategies, learning activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect students’ learning styles and individual needs in either language
- Assess ongoing accomplishments and needs, maintain records, and provide immediate feedback and progress reports per building and district guidelines
- Implement instructional and linguistic modifications and accommodations per admission, review, dismissal ARD and/or LPAC decisions for students receiving services under federal and state guidelines
- Cooperate with general education teachers to support students receiving special education services according to IEP guidelines
- Determine instructional goals, objectives, and specially designed instruction based on each student’s disability and language of instruction
- Supervise the implementation of IEP goals/objectives by a paraprofessional, including required specialized instruction
Classroom Management and Organization
- Create an inviting, risk‑free, supportive, and warm learning environment appropriate to students’ developmental level and interests
- Implement an effective discipline management system aligned with building and district policies and student conduct regulations
- Manage student behavior according to behavior intervention plans, the Student Code of Conduct, and the student handbook
- Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Assist in selecting books, equipment, and instructional materials
- Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and documents
- Provide or supervise any specialized instruction related to behavior
Professional Growth and Development
- Participate in professional development activities to improve job‑related skills and student achievement
- Comply with state, district, and federal laws and regulations for classroom teachers as they exist or may change
- Attend faculty meetings, professional learning communities (PLCs), and staff committees as required
Other Responsibilities
- Demonstrate competence in delivering PCS in accordance with IEP requirements
- Perform PCS tasks specified in each student’s IEP
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all SHARS billable PCS activities
- Plan and monitor services required by the IEP that are provided by a paraprofessional
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
- Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet current and future needs of Alief
- Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of teachers and the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T‑TESS).
Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands
- Tools/Equipment: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
- Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
- Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; climbing stairs and reaching overhead
- Lifting: Moderate lifting up to 15 lbs; occasional heavy lifting up to 45 lbs
- Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; possible district‑wide travel; all campuses are temperature‑controlled with hard‑surface floors
- Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Job Details
- Job ID: 5791448
- Application Deadline: Posted until filled
- Posted: Jun 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
- Position Type: Full‑Time
- Salary: $67,100 Per Year
- Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education
- Job Requirements: Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Position located at Alief Independent School District, Hearne Elementary, Houston, Texas. For more information, please contact the school district.