Teacher - SPED - Structured Life

Katy Independent School District; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive teacher pay

Advanced degree stipend

Stipends for coaching/special programs

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Katy Independent School District at Shafer Elementary is seeking a SPED Structured Life Teacher to provide specialized instruction and collaborate with campus staff, district SPED personnel, and families. You will help implement tailored education plans for eligible students and ensure compliance with IEP requirements.

The role requires a Texas teaching certificate in the Life Skills area, ESL certification, CPI training after hire, and strong communication skills to engage with parents and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in appropriate area; ESL certification required
• Ability to work effectively between school and community
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• CPI certification after employment

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individual education programs for Life Skills students
• Attend ARD/IEP meetings and prepare required documents
• Complete local, state and federal paperwork for program participation
• Coordinate with OT/PT/VI/AT and related services to support student education
• Maintain student data and report progress to parents/guardians

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

CPI certification

Effective written & verbal skills

Ability to work between school &社区

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Texas certificate in appropriate area; ESL certification

Job description

Teacher - SPED - Structured Life

Katy ISD SHAFER ELEMENTARY - Katy, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5966597

Application Deadline: Nov 03, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

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; ESL certification required
• Ability to work effectively between the school and community
• Effective written & verbal communication skills
• CPI certification once employed

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 exclusively: ARD paperwork, IEP's, BIP's and general progress).

What success looks like for this role :

(In addition to teacher job description)

• Develop and implement individual education programs for students with significant cognitive, physical and medical needs.
• Prepare documents/assignments and attend ARD/IEP meetings for students in the Life Skills classroom OR for those receiving homebound services for special education.
• Complete local, state and federal paperwork required for program participation.
• Develop instructional program for eligible students to achieve mastery of the essential knowledge and skills.
• Consult with campus staff & related services personal, such as OT/PT/VI/AT, to provide an appropriate education for eligible students.
• Provide appropriate behavior management techniques for eligible students.
• Implement LIFE Skills critical elements checklist for structured environment, instructional strategies & behavior interventions.
• Maintain student data records and charts for assessing student progress.
• Administer criterion referenced testing as used to develop PLAAFP (or equivalent) and annual goals/objectives as indicated on student's IEP
• Retain appropriate documentation of skill development and mastery and report progress.
• Provide non-medical procedures such as tube feeding and other interventions as necessary for the student.
• Complete State assessment for eligible students.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student's progress and needs/concerns.
• Oversee the responsibilities of the paraprofessional in implementing student programs.
• Provide care for students as related to hygiene, toileting, and nourishment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Other SHARS Duties as assigned.
• Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

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. Moderate lifting and carrying, 15 - 44 pounds. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities. Control behavior through physical restraint. Assist non-ambulatory students. Exposure to biological and chemical hazards.

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 Categories: Special Education > Life Skills

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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