SPED Behavior Teacher

International Leadership of Texas; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas is seeking a Certified SPED Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to provide intensive behavioral interventions and specialized instruction aligned to each student's IEP.

The role involves implementing BIPs, employing evidence-based practices, and maintaining a structured classroom. Collaboration with families, BCBAs, and campus staff is essential for student progress and successful ARD participation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Valid Texas Content or Generalist Certification.
• Ability to implement individualized behavioral interventions.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of IDEA, TEA Special Education requirements, and IEP implementation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized, standards-based instruction aligned to each student's IEP.
• Implement and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with fidelity.
• Utilize positive behavior supports, evidence-based instructional practices, and de-escalation strategies.
• Collect and analyze behavioral and academic data to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Maintain a highly structured classroom environment that promotes safety, consistency, and student success.
• Collaborate with Behavior Specialists, BCBAs, Campus Coordinators, administrators, related service providers, and general education teachers.
• Participate in ARD meetings and contribute to IEP development.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress, behavior data, and service delivery.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavioral supports.
• Support students in developing communication, self-regulation, social skills, and independence.

Skills

Behavioral interventions

Classroom management

Family collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Texas Certification (Content or Generalist)

Job description

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year

Certified SPED Teachers starting at $69,000*

*$10,000 SPED hiring incentive included

The Special Education Behavior Teacher provides specialized instruction and behavioral support for students whose Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) require intensive behavioral interventions. The teacher creates a safe, structured classroom environment that promotes academic growth, social-emotional development, independence, and positive behavior while collaborating closely with campus staff, families, and related service providers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized, standards-based instruction aligned to each student's IEP.
• Implement and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with fidelity.
• Utilize positive behavior supports, evidence-based instructional practices, and de-escalation strategies.
• Collect and analyze behavioral and academic data to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Maintain a highly structured classroom environment that promotes safety, consistency, and student success.
• Collaborate with Behavior Specialists, BCBAs, Campus Coordinators, administrators, related service providers, and general education teachers.
• Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and contribute to IEP development.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress, behavior data, and service delivery.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and behavioral supports.
• Support students in developing communication, self-regulation, social skills, and independence.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas Content or Generalist Certification
• Ability to implement individualized behavioral interventions.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of IDEA, TEA Special Education requirements, and IEP implementation.

Preferred

• Experience teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional Disability, Intellectual Disabilities, or other significant behavioral needs.
• Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and positive behavior supports.
• CPI or crisis prevention training (or willingness to obtain certification).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals. Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent keyboarding, report review, and travel between campuses.

Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.

Environment: Frequent travel between campuses and occasional evening meetings.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; manage multiple priorities; analyze complex service delivery systems; maintain confidentiality; meet deadlines.

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.