Life Skills SPED Teacher: Empower Students & Growth

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District’s Aragon Middle School in Houston seeks a dedicated Special Education LIFE Skills teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate start with a 187-day term contract and duties centered on IEP development, curriculum adaptation, and collaboration with families and staff.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, Texas teaching certification with SPED endorsements, and strong knowledge of IEP processes and student needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate that matches the content area and grade level of the assignment.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments.
• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
• Knowledge of IEP goal setting and meeting process and implementation.
• Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop IEPs and collaborate with parents, students, and staff.
• Implement instructional or therapeutic programs tailored to students’ needs.
• Assess student learning styles and plan appropriate strategies and materials.
• Present subject matter according to IEP guidelines and use varied media.
• Support regular classes by assisting with curriculum adaptations.
• Participate in IEP Committee meetings and media selection.

Skills

IEP goal setting

IEP meetings

Adaptive instruction

Collaboration with teachers

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Special education endorsements

Job description

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District’s Aragon Middle School in Houston seeks a dedicated Special Education LIFE Skills teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Immediate start with a 187-day term contract and duties centered on IEP development, curriculum adaptation, and collaboration with families and staff.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, Texas teaching certification with SPED endorsements, and strong knowledge of IEP processes and student needs.