Job Details
| Region: | 4 |
| School District/Employer: | Hitchcock ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | , |
| Position: | Teacher, |
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| Job Title: | Special Education Inclusion Teacher |
| School: | Hitchcock High School |
| Campus Description: | Hitchcock High School has approximately 575 student and is located in the city of Hitchcock which is a small community located 15 miles north of Galveston and 40 miles south of downtown Houston. The Hitchcock Independent School District is located within Galveston County. It has four campuses in addition to Kids First Head Start. The enrollment is approximately 1,891 students in grades Pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. This student population is 38% African American, 36.3% Hispanic, 21.2% White and 3.7% multiracial. There is an overall rate of 82.8% for Economically Disadvantaged. |
| Date Posted: | 6/25/2026 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | The position is for a Special Education Inclusion Teacher at Hithcock High School in Hitchcock ISD, located approximately 20 miles from Galveston, Texas. |
| Qualifications: | Primary Purpose: The Special Education Inclusion Teacher supports students with disabilities in general education classes by adapting curricula and lessons to their ability levels, promoting intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, and ensuring they meet the same expectations as their peers, working in various capacities as assigned. Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area 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 instruction for special needs Effective communication skills Experience: Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Strategies 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 show written evidence of preparation as required. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education 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 Development Conduct 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. Support student participation in extracurricular activities, consult with district or external resources regarding students' educational, social, medical, and personal needs, and serve as a positive role model Classroom Management and Organization Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically 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, and facilities. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion. Other 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 for special education teachers. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. May serve on a district or campus threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team. Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and Superintendent of Schools Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct the work of instructional aide(s). 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 This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. |
| Salary Range: | $60,000 - $81,285 |
| Benefits: | |
| How To Apply: | Apply at www.hitchcockisd.org |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Patrick Faour |
| Email: | pfaour@hitchcockisd.org |
| Address: | 7801 Neville |
| City: | Hitchcock |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77563-1742 |
| Phone: | (281) 989-5997 |
| Fax: | (409) 986-5141 |