2026-2027 Special Education - In Class Support Teacher @ Cummings

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,390 - 73,810; Full time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District seeks a Special Education - In Class Support Teacher for Cummings Elementary in Houston, TX. The role focuses on developing individualized plans and delivering SDI within an inclusive setting, in coordination with general education staff.

You will implement IEP-driven instruction, track progress, and maintain compliant records while collaborating with families and administrators to support student growth.

Qualifications

• Texas certification standards required for assignment as set by the SBEC
• ESL Certification preferred or required within two years of employment
• Meeting NCLB Highly Qualified criteria required as per assignment

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide SDI for students with disabilities in an inclusive classroom.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Plan and participate in meetings and provide documentation for IEP development, reviews, progress, and conferences.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Behavior management

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Specially designed instruction

Documentation

Digital tools

Education

SBEC certification standards

ESL Certification

NCLB Highly Qualified criteria

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft 365 ARD/IEP software

Learning Management Systems

Job description

2026-2027 Special Education - In Class Support Teacher @ Cummings

Alief Independent School District, CUMMINGS ELEMENTARY – Houston, Texas

Job Details

• Job ID: 5823470
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $67,100 Per Year

Primary Purpose

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 for students to develop competencies and skills to maximize opportunities, independent living, economic self-sufficiency and full participation in society.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Texas certification standards required for assignment as set by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)
• ESL Certification: preferred or required within two (2) years of employment for teachers hired in 2010-11 school year
• Meeting NCLB Highly Qualified criteria: required as per assignment

• Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of curriculum and instruction and subject matter in assigned position
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to plan and collaborate with general education teachers to provide high quality specially designed instruction (SDI)
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of specially designed instruction to address student needs related to their disability conditions
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Proficient in use of digital tools including Google Suite, Microsoft 365 ARD/IEP Software and Learning Management Systems

• Experience: Direct work experience with individuals with disabilities preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate with general education teachers to provide appropriate SDI for students with disabilities in an inclusive classroom.
• Serve a diverse population of students who may be participating in state/federal programs as well as general education.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Abide by the Alief ISD Code of Civility.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance rate – 94% annually (excluding approved leaves and emergencies).
• Confer with and foster professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators on a regular basis per building and district guidelines.
• Plan and participate in all meetings and provide appropriate documentation for students regarding IEP development, reviews, progress, grades, dismissals, conferences, etc.
• Comply with state and federal laws, district policies, rules, regulations and administrative directives as they exist or may hereafter be amended.
• Complete all needed timely documentation of SHARS billable services including personal care services.
• Demonstrate and maintain competence in delivering PCS in accordance with IEP requirements.
• Perform PCS tasks as specified in each student’s IEP.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all SHARS billable PCS activities.

Instructional Strategies

• Plan and teach a program of study in accordance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), district mandates and curricula, and individual education plan. Multiple preparations (courses) may be required.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA), district’s curriculum program, and IEP. Show written evidence of preparation as required. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students.
• Implement instructional and linguistic modifications and/or accommodations per Admissions/Review/ Dismissal (ARD) committees and Language Proficiency Assessment (LPAC) committees.
• Work cooperatively with general education teachers to support special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Determine measurable instructional goals, objectives, and specially designed instruction (SDI) according to the student’s needs related to their disability.
• Track, monitor and document student progress for IEP progress updates.
• Maintain appropriate records; provide immediate feedback and progress reports on a regular basis per building and district guidelines.
• Administer district and state assessments as appropriate to student population.
• Supervise the implementation of IEP goals/objectives by a paraprofessional including specially designed instruction required by the IEP.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an inviting, risk free, supportive, and warm learning environment appropriate to the developmental level and interests of students.
• Implement appropriate and effective behavior management systems in alignment with student behavior intervention plans, building and district policies and/or rules governing student conduct.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with behavior intervention plans, 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.
• Provide or supervise any specially designed instruction related to behavior.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and federal laws; district and campus regulations and policies for classroom teachers as they exist or may hereafter be amended.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Supervise/Oversee services required by the IEP when are provided by a paraprofessional.
• 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 Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS).

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 30 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (25-60 pounds)
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district-wide 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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Location

Houston, Texas — Cummings Elementary, Alief Independent School District

Salary and Benefits

Minimum teacher starting salary: $67,100 (base $64,700 + $2,400 Teacher Retention Allotment (TRA) Stipend). Salary is based on 187 days; working less than 187 days reduces the salary proportionally.