Teacher 2026-2027, Special Education Resource/In-Class Support, CYPRESS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

CYPRESS CREEK HIGH; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 58 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cypress Creek High School in Houston, TX seeks a dedicated special education teacher for the 2026-2027 year to provide learning activities and experiences for students with diverse needs. The role involves developing or modifying curricula and preparing lessons to match abilities, and working in various instructional capacities as assigned.

Responsibilities include collaboration on IEPs, using adaptive strategies, and participating in meetings with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of IEP goal setting and meeting process and implementation.
• Ability to adapt curricula and instruction for students with special needs.
• Effective communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
• Understanding of special education laws, district policies, and eligibility requirements.

Responsabilités

• Provide instruction and support for students with disabilities in readiness for IEP goals.
• Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons aligned to student ability levels.
• Collaborate with staff to develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for assigned students.
• Use diverse instructional strategies and assistive technology to meet student needs.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and participate in IEP meetings as required.

Connaissances

IEP Knowledge

Curriculum Adaptation

Communication Skills

Special Education Experience

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Texas Teaching Certificate

Special Education Endorsements

Outils

IEP Tools & Documentation

Assistive Technology

Description du poste

Teacher 2026-2027, Special Education Resource/In-Class Support, CYPRESS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

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This job is also posted in Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5897260
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate that matches thecontent areaand grade level of the assignment AND

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting and meeting process and implementation

Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs

Effective communication skills

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days

SALARY:

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

$1,000 Stipend (Pending 25-26 Board Approval)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Attendance

• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function

Instructional Strategies

• Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEPs for each student assigned.
• Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
• Participate in IEP Committee meetings on a regular basis.
• Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.
• Assume responsibility for approved extracurricular activities or outside activities as assigned.
• Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students, as needed.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
• 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.
• Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and oversee completion, if assigned.

Other

• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the work of instructional aide(s), if assigned.

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: May require regular 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; may work prolonged or irregular hours

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

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

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]

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