26-27 Teacher, Life Skills (Alamo)

Young World Physical Education; Midland (TX); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Young World Physical Education in Midland, Texas, is looking for a dedicated Life Skills Teacher. This full-time position involves teaching students with special needs, focusing on their intellectual, emotional, and social development.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education. The successful candidate will create individualized learning plans and foster a supportive classroom environment, contributing to the overall development of each student.

Formación

• Experience teaching elementary school students with special needs.
• Understanding of instructional strategies for diverse learning needs.
• Commitment to developing students' emotional and social skills.

Responsabilidades

• Teach life skills to students with special needs.
• Develop instructional plans and assess student progress.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for learning.

Conocimientos

Teaching Special Needs

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education

Herramientas

Computer

Instructional Software

Descripción del empleo

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Alamo Junior High School – Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5611738

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > High School / Secondary
• Special Education > Life Skills

Job Description

POSITION: Teacher, Life Skills

EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS: According to district approved calendar

DEPARTMENT: Special Services

REPORTS TO: Principal, Special Services Supervisor

SUPERVISES: As assigned

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education

EXPERIENCE:

• Any experience teaching elementary school students with special needs, based on general knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Essential Functions

1. Teach life skills to elementary school students with special needs. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

2. Instructional Management

   • Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
   • Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
   • Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
   • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved.
   • Cooperate with other staff members in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
   • Employ technology in the teaching/learning process.
   • Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
   • Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and study habits.

3. Student Growth and Development

   • Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports as required.
   • Assume responsibility for duties and/or extra‑curricular activities as assigned, and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school.
   • Present students with a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.

4. School/Organization Climate

   • Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
   • Establish classroom control and administer discipline in accordance with board policies and regulations.
   • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
   • Assist before, during, and after the school day in supervising students as assigned by the principal.
   • Promote a positive work environment and staff morale within the school.

5. School/Organization Improvement

   • Participate with other staff in building a common vision for school improvement.
   • Participate in planning and implementing activities to ensure attainment of the school’s mission.

6. Personnel Management

   • Assist in selecting/orienting new instructional staff.

7. Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

   • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.

8. School/Community Relations

   • Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents.
   • Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
   • Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

9. Professional Growth and Development

   • Participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned or necessary for job effectiveness.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary. The employee is regularly required to sit; stand; move throughout the room and/or facility; communicate verbally and electronically; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel, stoop, crouch, and/or crawl; and climb or balance. Regularly required to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular attendance required.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Telephone
• Computer and printer
• Calculator
• Copy machine

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and on weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.

Revision Date: 11/01/2023

All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information.

Midland Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.