Teacher, PEARS (Special Education PO#3784, 2026-2027 School Year)

Overview Provide students with appropriate 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. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned Special Knowledge And Skills Ability to work well with children with disabilities Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and differentiate instruction for students with disabilities Ability to remain calm, non-reactive, consistent and positive when a student demonstrates misbehavior Ability to maintain confidentiality Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience At least one year of student teaching or approved internship Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours Environment: Exposure to biological hazards Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress Pay Grade: Per Teacher/Librarian Pay Range Days/Contract Status: 185 Days/Exempt - Contract Pay Rate: See Current Salaries on Human Resource Website #J-18808-Ljbffr Pearland ISD