Teacher - SPED - Structured Life Skills

SHAFER ELEMENTARY; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SHAFER ELEMENTARY in Katy, Texas, is seeking a Teacher - SPED specialized in Structured Life Skills. The position reports to the Principal and runs through a 187-day school year with Exempt status and competitive pay.

You will develop and implement individual education programs for students with significant cognitive, physical, and medical needs, coordinate ARD/IEP meetings, and collaborate with OT/PT/VI/AT staff to provide an appropriate education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate; ESL certification required.
• CPI certification once employed.
• Ability to work effectively between school and community; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide special education consultation and instruction for eligible students with disabilities.
• Communicate with campus staff, district SPED staff and parents/guardians about student needs (ARD/IEP/BIP and progress).
• Develop and implement individual education programs for students with significant cognitive, physical and medical needs.
• Attend ARD/IEP meetings for Life Skills students and for homebound cases as needed.
• Complete required State/District paperwork for program participation.
• Coordinate with OT/PT/VI/AT and other services to deliver appropriate education.
• Maintain documentation of progress and skill development; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide care related to student needs and manage behavior using appropriate strategies.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Texas teaching certificate

ESL certification

Job description

Teacher - SPED - Structured Life Skills

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This job is also posted in Katy Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5920052
Application Deadline: Sep 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 10, 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; 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 Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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