Middle School BASE Teacher

Young World Physical Education

Shepherd (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Shepherd, Texas, seeks a dedicated Middle School BASE Teacher responsible for managing behavior in the classroom and providing intervention for at-risk students. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, valid Texas teaching certificate, and experience in instructional programs.

This full-time position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse student population, including those with special needs. The role includes collaboration with teachers and staff to promote effective learning environments.

Qualifications

One year teaching experience.
Ability to manage behavior within a self-contained environment.
Experience in implementing instructional and behavioral programs.

Responsibilities

Implements instructional and behavioral program.
Facilitates student completion of academic assignments.
Maintains effective communication with teachers and parents.

Skills

Knowledge of special needs of students specific to behavior

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work with all children, including children with disabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Middle School BASE Teacher

Shepherd Independent School District Middle School - Shepherd, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in Shepherd ISD.

Job Details

Job ID: 5775116

Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher - BASE

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Employee Name:

Reports to: Principal

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Pay Grade: TEA

Primary Purpose

A BASE teacher is a professional who manages student behavior in BASE classroom through direct instruction in expectations for behavior. A BASE teacher provides intervention and instruction to assist at-risk students to develop appropriate behavior, coping skills and social skills.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of special needs of students specific to behavior
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior within a self-contained environment
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work with all children, including children with disabilities
Experience: One year teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instruction: Implements instructional and behavioral program.
Utilizes knowledge of PASS behavior management system in designing individual and classroom programs.
Plan and uses appropriate learning skills, activities, equipment and materials that meet the needs of assigned students through individually designed lessons.
Provide instruction in PASS Monitoring System and reward system.
Instructs and models replacement behaviors identified on student’s behavior plan.
Provides instruction and role‑play opportunities for students in replacement behaviors identified in student’s behavior plan.
Escorts students to mainstream classroom for structured observation and student feedback experience.
Facilitates student completion of a modified amount of academic assignments from teacher of record.
Consistently monitors students and uses PASS monitoring sheets to document student behaviors.
Ensures that accommodations, modifications, and behavior intervention plans are implemented for students with disabilities as appropriate.
Maintains effective communication with classroom teachers, staff, administrators, and parents that build relationships and lead to greater behavioral outcomes.
Assists in developing interventions, functional behavior assessments, and behavior plans for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment for students with challenging behaviors.
Schedules PASS team meetings as necessary to implement a successful PASS program.
Maintains monitoring documents and logs for all students.

Personal and Program Management

Assigned subject area paraprofessionals.

Training and Staff Development

Work with Director of Curriculum and Director of Personnel in developing New Teacher Academy Program.
Plan and conduct monthly new teacher meetings, trainings for teachers hired after the beginning of school year, and provide paraprofessionals instructional support training.
Identify staff development needs, develop and present training.

Other

Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assigned subject area teachers.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non‑ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

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.

Position Type: Full‑Time

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