Teacher - SPED - Resource/ICS Elementary

CIMARRON ELEMENTARY; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD CIMARRON ELEMENTARY is seeking a SPED - Resource/ICS Elementary teacher to provide specialized instruction for eligible students. The role involves coordinating with campus staff and district special education personnel, handling ARD/IEP documentation, and maintaining confidential student records.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a valid Texas certificate. Strong communication, collaboration, and bilingual certification are essential in serving diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Valid Texas certificate in appropriate area.
• Ability to work effectively between the school and community.
• Effective written & verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual certification required for respective positions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for special education.
• Complete local, state and federal paperwork required for program participation.
• Develop instructional programs for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate with regular education teachers and related service staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs.
• Administer criterion referenced testing.
• Keep current and be willing to apply the state of the art educational practices.
• Work with general education teachers and administrators to oversee paraprofessional responsibilities and training.
• Collect and maintain data related to student progress.
• Report progress on IEP goals/objectives at grading periods.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Bilingual certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Teacher - SPED - Resource/ICS Elementary

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This job is also posted in Katy Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5902293

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Principal

Duty Days: 187 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: I00 (Pay Based on Years of Experience - Teacher Hiring Schedule )

Date Revised: 06-23

You just might be the person we are looking for if you have :

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Valid Texas certificate in appropriate area

Ability to work effectively between the school and community

Effective written & verbal communication skills

Bilingual certification required for respective positions

The mission of this role :

Provides special education consultation and instruction to meet the need of eligible students with disabilities. Communicate with campus staff, district special education staff, and parents/guardians information pertaining to student needs (such as but not exclusively: ARD paperwork, IEP’s, BIP’ and general progress)

What success looks like for this role :

(In addition to Teacher Job Description.)

• Prepare documents and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students eligible for special education.
• Complete local, state and federal paperwork required for program participation.
• Develop instructional programs for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate with regular education teachers and related service staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible students.
• Administer criterion referenced testing.
• Keep current and be willing to apply the state of the art educational practices.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers and administrators to oversee the responsibilities of the paraprofessional in implementing student programs, to include training in regards to data collection and implementation of specific instructional strategies.
• Collect & maintain data related to student progress.
• Report progress on IEP goals/objectives at the conclusion of each grading period.
• Provide appropriate behavior management techniques for eligible students.
• Complete State Assessment requirements for eligible students.
• Communicate regularly w general education and parents/guardians regarding student progress/needs/concerns.
• Implement federal, state, and district guidelines regarding determining and providing supports to students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
• Maintain confidential student records.
• Attend district required and job specific trainings & staff development (i.e., training on Autism, content specific trainings, structured settings, etc.).
• Other SHARS Duties as assigned.
• Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Equipment Used :

Personal computer, copier, printer, calculator, laminator, and fax machine. Familiar with wheelchairs, wheelchair lifts, wheelchair restraints, ramps, locks, radio communication equipment, video monitoring equipment, and technology teaching tools (i.e., SMART Board).

Potential leadership opportunities in this role:

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) and student teacher(s)
• Aspiring Assistant Principals Academy

Why work for Katy ISD?

• Overall A rating from the Texas Education Agency
• Forbes rating – one of the best employers in the state of Texas
• Niche rating – top school district in the Houston area
• World‑class professional development and training opportunities to grow our network of confident and innovative teachers
• Inclusive work environment where collaboration and teamwork are embedded in the culture and diversity is highly valued
• Competitive pay for teachers
• Advanced degree stipend for Master’s or Doctorate degree
• Additional stipends for certain positions such as coaching, fine arts, bilingual, and some special education positions
• Teacher Incentive Allotment provides additional pay for Recognized, Exemplary, and Master teachers in designated classroom teaching positions
• Employee benefits include RediMD Telemedicine and EAP for mental healthcare
• Positive work-life balance

Workplace operational environment to include :

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, crouching, crawling, reaching, climbing and pulling. May be required to lift moderate weight, 15-44 pounds, carrying moderate weight, 15-44 pounds. Exposure to biological hazards, noise, microwaves.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]