Teacher, Bilingual Early Childhood Special Education-Elementary (ECSE 3 Yr Old) (2026-2027 Scho[...]

Teacher, Bilingual Early Childhood Special Education-Elementary (ECSE 3 Yr Old) (2026-2027 School Year) Job ID: 5731890 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026 Days per Year: 187 Salary: Min $62,750 (Based on 2025-2026 Pay Scale) Position Type: Full-Time Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Scale Reports To: Principal Job Description The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher position is designed for an educator who strives to positively impact classroom success for preschool students eligible for special education supports and services in a general education preschool setting. The ECSE Teacher is responsible for providing preschool students with a comprehensive continuum of services for ages 3‑5, targeting developmental delays in one or more of five developmental areas. Instruction includes pre‑academics, social/emotional skills, self‑help independence, communication and motor skill development. The continuum of services includes blended pre‑K inclusion (co‑teaching) and self‑contained ECSE settings. Work is guided by the general education curriculum, preschool alternative curriculum, district policies, and state and federal guidelines. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate respectfully, champion student needs, and drive continuous improvement. Qualifications College degree from an accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements and level assigned Preferred One year of student teaching or approved internship Valid Texas ESL teaching certificate Special Knowledge/Skills Experience working with students eligible for special education supports and services Knowledge of the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and IEP goal setting and implementation Knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to instruct students, manage behavior, and collaborate in the learning environment Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Strong technology skills including integration Knowledge of early childhood development and instruction Flexible and patient Major Responsibilities and Duties Developing and implementing instructional plans to assist students in accessing the general curriculum and meeting standards Participating in Data Driven Action Planning (DDAP) Professional Learning Community meetings with general education teachers to plan, practice, and provide accommodations for student needs Providing instruction collaboratively with the general education teacher as per trained models Preparing and documenting lesson plans in accordance with district standards and procedures Teaching alternate curriculum based on TEKS prerequisites and essential skills Teaching pre‑academics, social/emotional, self‑help independence, communication and motor skills Providing opportunities for students to engage with peers in academic and non‑academic settings Implementing IEPs, monitoring and documenting student progress Providing parents with written information regarding student progress on IEP goals at least once per grading period Maintaining confidentiality of student and parent information Developing IEP goals and objectives based on formal and informal evaluation methods Maintaining appropriate data collection each grading period and using a variety of tools to assess student skills and progress Maintaining accurate paperwork for compliance purposes in the campus student folder Maintaining documentation of services provided to students, including time, student name, and description of services related to IEP implementation Maintaining lesson plans or data collection forms indicating objectives addressed, activities planned, and attendance Preparing and incorporating lesson plan materials needed for student IEP goals and objectives Participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities to maintain competence Serving as the student’s Case Manager, including: Coordinating and documenting the Admission, Review and Dismissal/Individual Educational Plan Committee for each student Ensuring students have appropriately written Standards Based Individualized Education Programs (SBIEP) Ensuring the IEP is implemented with fidelity in all school settings Evaluating and monitoring individual student progress based on academic and behavioral data collection Participating in placement decisions based on educational, social and behavioral data presented to the committee Maintaining documentation of service implementation in accordance with the student’s IEP Ensuring distribution of appropriate paperwork (including accommodations and deliberations) to all assigned teachers (both general and special education) Providing ongoing support and training for the ECSE paraprofessional Collaborating with campus personnel and related services to provide appropriate services for students with suspected or confirmed communication disabilities Providing parents with information about services available through Medicaid, the State of Texas, and other community organizations Performing all other duties as assigned Working Conditions The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling, reaching and repetitive hand motions, and the ability to work with frequent interruptions. The position may require lifting or positioning students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, and assisting non‑ambulatory students. Mental demands include emotional control under stress, problem solving, dealing with a variety of situations, interpreting a variety of data, and effective communication both orally and in writing. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education