COMPENSATION: $54,000 - $67,143

At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of an equity driven, team-oriented culture.

18,650 Students

2,100 Team Members

15 Secondary Campuses

9 Elementary Campuses

92% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch

96% Hispanic & African-American Students

90% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University

88% First-Generation College Students

Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report

We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population. We are a rapidly growing organization, committed to creating life-changing opportunities for over 23,000 students by 2025.

• Scheduling Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings;
• Monitoring ARD paperwork completed by campus personnel;
• Ensuring that federal/state timelines are met with respect to functions of ARD Committee meetings;
• Completing lists, forms, reports, PEIMS forms, and data required by the Special Education
• Providing systematic communication among special and general education personnel
• Completing all applicable ARD paperwork;
• Following procedures for progress reporting, folder documentation, parent communication, etc.;
• Maintaining thorough documentation of concerns for special education students
• Attending relevant professional development;
• Collaborating with the Campus Testing Coordinator to schedule and ensure correct testing materials and accommodations are implemented;
• Performing duties assigned by the Manager of Campus SPED;
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
• Experience in using a data management system (i.e. Easy IEP)
• Experience in analyzing and collecting student data
• Basic understanding in Microsoft Office programs
• Understanding in Special Education Law
• Experience in chairing/facilitating and ARD meeting
• Previous experience in providing trainings to staff members

• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
• Demonstrated ability to work on a team
• A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional

• Master’s degree
• Special Education Certification
• Two years of relevant work experience in Special Education as a teacher, school-based leader or district leader

Great schools begin with great people who believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. At YES Prep, you have an opportunity to join a family of diverse educators who are leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a high-quality, college-forward curriculum while also ensuring our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choice-filled lives. YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it’s the future of public education—it’s an opportunity to say, “Yes, you can!”

• Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; offers commensurate with experience.

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  Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $10 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20 hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.

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  Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457 Retirement Plan.

• Paid Time Off – Employees working 20 hours a week receive 10 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.

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  Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid out at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure.

• Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.

• Award Winning Culture– The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place to work in 2018 and 2019. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Educationand were a 2016 finalist as well.