Special Education Inclusion Teacher - YES Prep Southeast Secondary (Immediate Opening)

About the Role

As a Special Education Inclusion Teacher at YES Prep, you will play a crucial role in creating pathways to extraordinary opportunities for students. You will work in a high-performing, team-oriented culture, focusing on best-in-class development and competitive compensation. This is a 10-month position starting in the 26-27 school year, reporting to the Special Education Manager.

Responsibilities

• Writing accurate, aligned, data-driven IEPs for students on your caseload
• Developing rigorous lessons in your specific content area, in 1:1 blended learning environments
• Setting ambitious goals with students and monitoring their progress through frequent feedback
• Tracking student growth and creating student growth plans as needed
• Building transformative relationships with students and families through regular communication
• Creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social, and emotional development
• Collaborating with co-planners to develop daily lesson plans and resources
• Meeting deadlines for lesson plans, grades, and work samples
• Working on a team to provide consistency, support, and accountability to students
• Conducting weekly tutorials outside of regular class hours
• Completing supervision duties on campus to support student safety
• Growing professionally through feedback and development opportunities
• Facilitating dyslexia instruction and providing personal care services as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
• Texas Educator Certification in Special Education, or willingness to join ACP to get certified in the first year
• Strong ability to navigate web-related applications and technology
• Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms

Skills

• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
• Dedication to professional growth and development

Pay

Starting at $64,000 annually, with potential for up to $4,000 stipend (certification required) and up to $4,000 signing bonus. TIA-designated teachers can earn up to $102,800 based on experience and performance.

Benefits

• Health and Supplemental Insurance, including a $0 monthly medical option with $600 towards a Health Savings Account
• Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance options
• Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Leave Programming, including maternity and paternity leave
• Professional Development opportunities and an award-winning culture

Schedule

10-month position, starting in the 26-27 school year.