Teacher 2026-2027, Special Education / Deaf Education (Fall Vacancies)

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Texas is seeking a qualified teacher to support students with special needs within a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid teaching certificate, and have a passion for student development. Key responsibilities include implementing instructional programs, developing IEPs, and conducting assessments. This position also demands strong organizational and communication skills to work effectively with students, parents, and staff. Applications are accepted year-round.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited institution.
• Eligible for a valid teaching certificate appropriate for assignment.
• Knowledge of students' special needs and Individual Education Plan (IEP) process.
• Knowledge of students' special needs and IEP process
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage behavior

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop IEPs.
• Implement instructional programs and develop individualized lesson plans.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement.
• Modify curricula and assist deaf education students in general education classes.
• Participate in IEP Committee staffing and meetings.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of reading, language, and academic areas.
• Use accommodations and knowledge of deafness to teach subject matter.
• Employ varied instructional techniques and media to meet student needs.
• Work with general education teachers and support staff on instructional planning.
• Use technology in teaching/learning processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluent sign language skills

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid teaching certificate

Student teaching or approved internship

Job description

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university
• Eligible for a valid teaching certificate appropriate for assignment, including deaf education, ESL, STR, and TASC
• Completion of student teaching or approved internship
• Knowledge of students' special needs and Individual Education Plan (IEP) process
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage behavior

Terms Of Employment

Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days

Salary

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the IEP Committee process for each student assigned.
• Implement as instructional program for students and develop individualized lesson plans.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and materials the reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist deaf education students in general education classes with vocabulary, communication and content knowledge.
• Participate in IEP Committee staffing and IEP meetings for assigned students.
• Conduct comprehensive assessment of students' reading, language and academic areas and use results to plan for instructional activities.
• Utilize all accommodations and/or modifications and knowledge of deafness to teach subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers and support staff in planning for the instructional needs of assigned students.
• Use technology in teaching/learning process.

Student Growth And Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through prescribed testing protocols.
• Advocate for additional student needs including requests for interpreters, tutoring, or any other school-sponsored activities.
• Be a positive role model for students; support vision of school district.

Classroom Management And Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Effectively manage student behavior.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly. Fluent sign language skills are necessary for those students requiring sign language as a communication need.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, counselors, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Other

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, and assist non-ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards.

Application Information

• Applications will be reviewed.
• Not all applicants will be interviewed.
• Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

Deadline To Apply

Applications accepted year round

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