Special Education Work-Based Learning Teacher - Special Education Department - School Year 2026[...]

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District invites applications for a Special Education Work-Based Learning Teacher. The role focuses on assessment, data analysis, and IEP/transition planning for students with significant disabilities at assigned high schools.

The position involves delivering job-related training, creating work skills, and coordinating with staff to align curriculum and transition planning to enhance student employability and independence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Special education certificate.
• CTE certification or ability to earn within the first year of employment.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the effective use of technology.
• Physical capacity to meet the needs of students with physical disabilities.
• Ability to collaborate with staff to align curriculum and transition planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet district requirements with written preparation evidence.
• Prepare lessons with accommodations and modifications per IEP.
• Evaluate and document student work-related behaviors and use of accommodations.
• Recommend appropriate IEP goals based on data for work-skill sets.
• Follow instructional objectives based on student assessment including transition assessment.
• Provide employability skills instruction and research career interests.
• Systematically collect data to assess work readiness and preferences.
• Support student self-determination and self-advocacy skills.
• Monitor progress toward mastery of work-based learning goals in IEP.
• Be a positive role model and support district mission.
• Provide transition assessments to develop postsecondary goals.
• Assist with adaptations for students with disabilities.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Special education certificate

CTE certification or ability to earn

Certification must meet requirements

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in technology

Physical capacity to meet needs

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Special Education Work-Based Learning Teacher

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Work-Based Learning Teacher

Reports To: Campus Principal

Classification: Professional

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan

Contract: Probationary/Term

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose: Responsible for assessment, data analysis, and IEP and transition planning related to vocational needs for students at assigned high schools. Provide special education students with significant disabilities vocational training to develop career awareness, work skills preparation, work behaviors, and job acquisition. Design and deliver job‑related training in work expectations, workplace behavior, compliance with workplace safety standards, production and task completion. Provide a realistic and supportive work environment where students can acquire a higher level of job skills and vocational experiences, increase their level of independence, and develop self‑determination and self‑advocacy skills.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Special education certificate.
• CTE certification or ability to earn within the first year of employment.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the effective use of technology.
• Physical capacity to meet the needs of students with physical disabilities.
• Ability to work effectively with assigned district high school campuses.
• Ability to collaborate with Lead Vocational Adjustment Teacher, Transition Specialist and other staff to align curriculum and transition planning in the development of student work‑skill sets.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district requirements and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations and modifications for students according to their IEP.
• Evaluate and document student work‑related behaviors and use and effectiveness of accommodations and modifications.
• Recommend appropriate IEP goals/objectives based on data in the development of student work‑skill sets.
• Follow specific instructional objectives based on student assessment, including postsecondary transition assessment.

Student Growth and Development

• Provide high school special education students with general employability skills instruction to identify and research career interests, create a resume, practice interview skills, increase computer literacy, and develop work behaviors that enhance employability and meet postsecondary transition goals.
• Systematically collect data and evaluate student employability skills and behavior to assist in determining work readiness, strengths, interests, and preferences.
• Support the development of student self‑determination and self‑advocacy skills.
• Monitor and document progress toward mastery of work‑based learning goals and objectives in the implementation of the IEP.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
• Provide transition assessments supporting further development of student postsecondary goals.
• Assist with adaptations for students with physical disabilities and other special needs.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create a classroom conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Attend required meetings and complete required reports.
• Adapt instruction and provide individualized task analysis of work skills for students.
• Create visual schedules for students if required to obtain mastery of work skills.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences and planning meetings with parents, students, Lead Vocational Adjustment Teacher and WBL/18+ team, and supervisor.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and administrators.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Collaborate with others to provide for learner needs.
• Consult with parents and other appropriate school personnel concerning each student's intellectual, academic, social, emotional and physical development.

Professional Growth and Development

• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
• Gain skills relating to resume writing, interviewing, and other professional standards/employability skills as required by business and industry.
• Complete training in the components of Work‑Based Learning: Career Exploration, Career Assessment, Work‑Related Training, and Cooperative Work Experience to understand how the Work‑Based Learning – On Campus program supports this continuum of services in the development of student employability skills.
• Complete training in Transition Assessments and Planning for required documentation within the IEP.
• Obtain MANDT certification.

Other

• Must have reliable transportation to travel to assigned schools.
• Prepare paperwork for and attend ARD meetings for students you work with and effectively communicate transition assessments, post‑secondary goals, coordinated set of activities, and plans for graduation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Computers and various equipment utilized in the classroom.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Work with various types of disabilities including mental retardation, autism, and physical disabilities.
• This position requires regular in‑person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands

• Physical capacity to assist students with physical disabilities in wheelchairs.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Training of students in Work‑Based Learning – On Campus setting requires continuous standing, lifting, bending, and moving around the room.

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.