Lifeskills Teacher

Position Type:Student Support Services/Special EducationDate Posted:5/15/2026Location:High SchoolAdditional Information: Show/HideLifeskills TeacherPrimary Purpose:Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to match student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.Special Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of special needs of students in assined areaKnowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementationKnowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needsEffective communication skillsMajor Responsibilities and Duties:* Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.* Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and showwritten evidence of preparation as required.* Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learningstrategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles andneeds of students assigned.* Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety ofinstructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of eachstudent assigned* Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist specialeducation students in regular classes with assignments.* Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.* Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.Student Growth and DevelopmentConduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved bycampus principal.* Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needsof students.* Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, andemotional development of students.* Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations andphysically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.* Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, andfacilities.* Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.* Direct the work of instructional aide(s).Other Responsibilites:* Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students,principals, and teachers.Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies forspecial education teachers.* Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documentsrequired.* Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.* Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Mental & Physical Demands/Enviromental Factors:* Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting* May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physicaldisabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and moveadaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours* Frequent walkingQualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from accredited universityValid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignmentExperience:Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experienceApplication Procedure:Apply onlineSelection Procedure: