TEACHER - SPECIAL EDUCATION BEHAVIOR

Harmony Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Public Schools' Harmony Science Academy - City Place in Houston is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide intervention and instruction to students with behavioral disorders, implementing Behavior Intervention Plans and collaborating with ARD teams.

The role involves planning lessons, collecting data for IEP progress, and partnering with parents and staff to support student growth, while maintaining compliant records and delivering engaging instruction in a dynamic PK-7

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas teacher certificate in Special Education and content assigned.
• Experience in a special education classroom setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Understands and supports Harmony Public Schools’ mission, vision and values.
• Models and instills a love of learning.
• Implements the special education behavioral program adopted by Harmony Public Schools.
• Teaches replacement behaviors per students’ Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Collects data to measure progress on IEPs and to develop standards-based IEPs.
• Attends ARD meetings and prepares ARD paperwork for assigned students.
• Plans and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials for student engagement.
• Maintains records, communicates progress to students, parents and staff.

Skills

Knowledge of curriculum & instruction

Special education laws & regulations

Team leadership

Communication skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teacher certificate in Special Education

Experience in a special education classroom setting (preferred)

Job description

Harmony Science Academy - City Place (PK-7)

City

Houston

Posted

2026-08-18

Job Description

JOB GOAL: Provide intervention and instruction to students with behavioral disorders in order to assist them develop appropriate behavior, coping skills and social skills.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas teacher certificate in Special Education and content assigned
• Experience in a special education classroom setting (preferred)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools.
• Models and instills a love of learning
• Implants special education behavioral program that is adopted by Harmony Public Schools
• Teaches assigned students appropriate replacement behaviors as determined by the students’ Behavior Intervention Plans
• Assists assigned students in implementing the replacement behaviors in their classroom settings
• Assists classroom teachers in implementing students’ Behavior Intervention Plans
• Provides consultative assistance with developing behavioral strategies for students not on current caseload, including 504 students and Behavior RtI
• Collaborates with parents, teachers and other relevant staff members in developing and implementing IEPs
• Takes CPI certification class or approved equivalent in order to implement de-escalation techniques and legal restraint procedures during crisis situations
• Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
• Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Collects data to determine student’s strengths and weaknesses
• Collects data in order to develop student’s standards-based IEPs
• Collects data in order to measure student’s progress on IEPs
• Provides case management duties for assigned students
• Attends ARD meetings for assigned students
• Prepares ARD paperwork for assigned students
• Conducts tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies
• Attends department, school, district and parent meetings.
• Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees.
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Prepares required reports on students and activities
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
• Assigns and grades classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
• Takes daily attendance
• Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations.
• Ability to lead a team of people for purposes of developing effective teaching strategies for students with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
• Ability to analyze data.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in classroom setting and requires intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing.
• Moderate travel is required.