YSTEP Special Education Teacher - YES Prep Gulfton Secondary (TIA Eligible) (26-27)

YSTEP Special Education Teacher - YES Prep Gulfton Secondary (TIA Eligible) (26-27) Campus: Gulfton Secondary Date Posted: May 6, 2026 Description Job Description POSITION: Special Education Life Skills Teacher REPORTS TO: Special Education Manager POSITION TYPE: 10-month START DATE: 26-27 School Year COMPENSATION: Starting at $62,500 annually In a TEACHER INCENTIVE ALOTTMENT ELIGIBLE* COURSE: TIA teachers can earn up to $102,800. *TEACHER INCENTIVE ALOTTMENT At YES Prep, we want to retain high-performing teachers in the place where they can have the greatest impact: the classroom. Through our Teacher Pathway, we reward our highest performing teachers with yearly stipends, differentiated development and coaching, and unique opportunities to flex their influence. YES Prep is also a TEA Teacher Incentive Allotment approved district. Teachers in eligible courses can earn up to an additional $32,000 a year if designated under TIA based on their performance on our Instructional Excellence Rubric and student growth for 5 years if they remain in the classroom. This means that based on our teacher salary scale and TIA designation payouts, a TIA designated teacher could earn the following: 1 year of experience: $91,800 5 years of experience: $96,800 10 years of experience: $99,800 15 years of experience: $102,800 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 a high-performing, team-oriented culture. Some quick stats about us: 21,650 Students 2,600 Team Members 16 Secondary Campuses 12 Elementary Campuses 91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch 96% Hispanic & African-American Students 99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University 85% 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. THE ROLE When you join the YES Prep team, you will play an integral role in guiding Life Skills teachers toward success with their students and student achievement through classroom culture and management, instructional planning, and delivery. Some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include: Develop and execute the vision for Alternate Instruction at YES Prep to lead toward jaw-dropping student achievement results, while maximizing inclusive practices. Managing YSTEP units, including procuring resources, managing budget, creation of Community-Based Instruction, and refinement and execution of SpEd Program Vision. Supporting with the management of SHINE units, including lesson planning support, creation of CBI Collaborate with Assessment to ensure YSTEP/SHINE teachers execute TELPAS and STAAR ALT Assessments Observing classroom instruction of teachers and providing developmentally appropriate coaching via written and oral feedback (as identified by the Special Education Instructional Excellence Rubric/ Teaching Excellence Rubric) Assisting teachers in collecting and analyzing student performance data to drive instructional decisions Providing lesson planning support to YSTEP/SHINE teachers Arranging opportunities for novice teachers to co-observe master teachers Planning and delivering focused lessons in novice teachers’ classrooms to model effective practices Communicating regularly and engaging in collaboration with campus SpEd Manager, Director of Academics/Assistant Principals and content leaders to align feedback and support Facilitating professional learning sessions throughout the school year Managing a team of YSTEP and SHINE Special Education Curriculum Writers and PD Facilitators Additional duties as assigned THE PERSON We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are: MUST HAVES Experience with Life Skills programming or similar settings Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution At least 3 years of exemplary Special Education teaching experience Outstanding record of student achievement results Hold a valid Texas Educator Special Education Certification Hold a valid Texas Educator Certification in Core Content Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback Demonstrated ability to work on a team Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once Ability to maintain emotional control under stress NICE TO HAVES Bilingual (Spanish) Experience with teacher supervision (as a department head, mentor, or coach) Strong knowledge of contributing factors that lead to an effective Life Skills teacher Experience planning and delivering professional development to adults Experience teaching Life Skills at both the elementary and secondary levels EVERY OPPORTUNITY STARTS WITH A YES 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 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! THE PERKS Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience. Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 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. Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan. Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 12 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar. 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 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, 2019, and 2021. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well. YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.