Elementary  TSS (Transitioning Students for Success) Teacher

• Provide instruction to students with severe cognitive disabilities.
• Work with and supervise classroom paraprofessionals when providing instruction.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Academic Support

• Deliver small-group or individualized instruction in core subjects (reading, writing, math).
• Use differentiated teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on data.

Transition Readiness

• Teach organizational, study, and time-management skills.
• Prepare students for middle school expectations (class changes, multiple teachers, increased workload).
• Help students develop independence and self-advocacy skills.

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

• Support students in building confidence, resilience, and positive peer relationships.
• Implement SEL lessons focusing on emotional regulation and problem-solving.
• Address behavioral challenges using positive interventions.

Collaboration

• Work closely with general education teachers, special education staff, counselors, and administrators.
• Participate in meetings such as RTI/MTSS, IEP (if applicable), and parent conferences.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and needs.

Assessment & Documentation

• Use formal and informal assessments to identify student needs.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions.
• Contribute to intervention plans and progress reports.

Classroom Environment

• Create a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Establish clear expectations and routines.

Qualifications:

• Texas State Certification as a Special Education Teacher
• Special Education Certification Required: Special Education EC-12

Employment Dates:   

• Begin August 3, 2026

Salary:   

• See BISD Teacher Salary Scale
• Plus $2500 Special Education Certification Stipend
• Plus $5000 Lifeskills/TSS/ESCE Teacher Stipend
• BISD pays $3255.00 towards medical premium
• BISD provides a $10,000 Life Insurance Policy
• BISD provides Telehealth premium for all employees