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To provide specialized instruction and behavioral support to students receiving services through the Drive program. The Drive teacher works with students who exhibit significant behavioral, emotional, or social challenges, implementing behavior intervention plans and individualized academic instruction in a structured, therapeutic environment.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

    
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  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (required)

      
    
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  Valid Texas teaching certificate with Special Education EC–12 certification (required)

      
    
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  CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification (required or must be obtained upon hire)

      
    
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  ESL Certification (preferred)

      

Special Knowledge/Skills:

    
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  Deep understanding of behavior management and emotional regulation strategies

      
    
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  Experience with implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and social-emotional learning practices

      
    
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  Strong classroom management and de-escalation skills

      
    
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  Ability to collaborate with counselors, behavior specialists, and support staff

      
    
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  Effective data collection and progress monitoring for both academic and behavioral goals

      

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Behavioral and Emotional Support:

    
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  Implement individualized BIPs and support students with social-emotional needs

      
    
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  Teach coping skills, self-regulation techniques, conflict resolution, and behavioral replacement strategies

      
    
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  Monitor and document behavioral incidents, de-escalation strategies, and student progress

      

Instructional Responsibilities:

    
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  Provide modified academic instruction aligned to IEP goals and TEKS

      
    
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  Differentiate instruction to meet the unique academic needs of students in the program

      
    
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  Use structured routines and consistent expectations to create a safe and supportive learning environment

      

Collaboration and Compliance:

    
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  Collaborate with campus and district behavior teams, counselors, and general education staff

      
    
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  Lead ARD meetings and ensure IEP goals related to behavior and academics are implemented with fidelity

      
    
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  Maintain compliance with IDEA, district policies, and documentation requirements

      

Team and Crisis Support:

    
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  Supervise and guide B.E.S.T. paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom

      
    
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  Participate in crisis prevention, intervention, and post-incident debriefs

      
    
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  Maintain a calm, positive, and structured atmosphere to promote student growth

      

Working Conditions:

    
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  High behavioral and emotional demands requiring patience, consistency, and resilience

      
    
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  Frequent need for physical movement and possible use of CPI strategies

      
    
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  May involve working in a self-contained, small-group, or pull-out setting
      
      *Salary is commensurate with experience
      *Starting Salary is $66,000 for fully certified teachers
      *This position cannot be performed remotely
      
      Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through 10/8/2025. After this date, applicants can continue to submit applications in case the district was unable to find a suitable candidate. If the district is unable to find a suitable candidate from the initial applications, applications submitted after October 8, 2025, will be reviewed in ten-day increments until a viable candidate is recommended for hire.