Curriculum Designer 1, SPED Alt Math (Multiple Positions)

Location: Hattie Mae White Department: SPED Support Services Area: District Wide Contract Months: 12 Salary Range: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 Academic Year: 26-27 Job Summary Designs and develops specially designed mathematics curriculum for students in self-contained special education classrooms. Ensures alignment to state standards while prioritizing accessibility through scaffolded, individualized supports and effective instructional practices that promote student growth and independence. Partners with campus and central teams to support strong implementation and continuous improvement of teaching and learning. Major Duties & Responsibilities Designs and develops specially designed math curriculum for self-contained SPED classrooms, including modified content, scaffolded lessons, and individualized supports. Creates instructional materials aligned to IEP goals, alternate standard, and differentiated learning pathways. Develops job-embedded professional learning to support teachers in implementing specialized instructional strategies and accommodations. Evaluates curriculum for accessibility, compliance, and effectiveness for students with diverse cognitive and learning needs. Collaborates with SPED specialists, therapists, and instructional teams to ensure alignment and appropriateness of materials. Uses student performance data and feedback to continuously refine curriculum and intervention supports. Education Bachelor's Degree Work Experience At least 3 years experience in special education or math instruction, preferably in self-contained settings. Skills and/or Required Licensing/Certification Software: Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Office Teacher Certification (Special Education preferred) Other: Differentiation, IEP development, alternate curriculum design Equipment Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier) Leadership Responsibilities Level 1 – No supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice, and training to staff. Work Complexity / Independent Judgment Work is substantially complex, varied, and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. The position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing directions on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities. Budget Authority No budget development activity is required. Problem Solving Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. The job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas. Impact of Decisions Decisions have a considerable impact on multiple divisions or the organization, causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies, or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, generally involve decisions not subject to detailed review, and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays. Communication / Interactions Collaborate and solve problems – work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers. Customer Relationships Anticipates customer needs, identifies, and champions opportunities for the development and implementation of new services and methods to meet or exceed customer needs. Establishes customer service standards and feedback mechanisms across departments. Working / Environmental Conditions Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Independent School District