Special Education Behavior Support Teacher (TOSA) -Special Education Department - School Year 2026-2027

Openings as of 5/4/2026 Special Education Behavior Support Teacher (TOSA) -Special Education Department - School Year 2026-2027

JobID:

7898

Position Type:

Certified Professional/Professional (Non-Campus)

Date Posted:

5/1/2026

Location:

Special Education Spring Branch Independent School District Job Description Special Education Behavior Support Teacher (TOSA)

Job Title:

Special Education BehaviorSupport Teacher (TOSA)

Reports To:

Special Education Coordinator

Classification:

Professional

Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt

Days:

199

Salary:

See Compensation Plan for Plan for New Hire Guide for Teachers

Contract:

Probationary/Term

Date Revised:

1/30/2026

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for supporting campuses to ensure effective behavioral supports for students with disabilities as part of the Special Education Behavior Support Team.

Qualifications/Skills:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree or higher. Valid Special Education Texas Teacher Certificate or Teaching Certificate from out of state appropriate for position. Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remain qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Extensive knowledge of effective behavioral practices for students with severe behavioral problems. Ability to study functions and motivation behind student behavior to help students, teachers, teacher teams, and principals build alternative, adaptive behaviors that meet student needs in a productive manner. Ability to coach others in the areas of instruction and classroom management, both elementary and secondary preferred. Expertise in data collection systems to develop instructional and behavioral strengths, needs, and goals for specially designed instruction as well as progress monitoring. Ability to synthesize multiple data points and create classroom management plans, student support plans, and instructional next steps. Ability to create effective coaching plans that address instructional growth and aid in the development of classroom culture and student relationships. Ability to influence and motivate teachers, students, and other campus staff members to motivate change around positive behavior supports. Ability to develop and deliver high quality professional development consistently. Ability to work on a highly interdependent team. Knowledge of, or training in, PBIS and other research-based classroom/discipline management techniques, including specific interventions related to disability conditions. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience, or experience as a Behavior Specialist or Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Elementary and Secondary experience preferred Instructional coaching experience preferred. Bilingual preferred. Major Duties and

Responsibilities:

Program Support:

Create teacher-facing programming around the development, both instructional and cultural, for novice teachers. Assist campuses in developing behavior plans for students. Provide direct student-facing support when appropriate in a student's behavior plan as part of

TIER III

interventions. Provide follow-up classroom coaching using a variety of coaching methods that result in teacher and student level change. Assist campuses with creating action plans which strengthen student supports using multiple data sources (campus data, academic data, instructional data, etc.) within an MTSS framework. Create and provide trainings on a variety of topics supportive of positive behavior supports and behavioral intervention

Communication:

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues and campus staff members that support the vision and mission of Special Education and SBISD.

Professional Growth and Development:

Obtain Training required to become a trainer in de-escalation and restraint techniques as required by the district. Pursue in-service or professional growth opportunities offering potential for expanding knowledge in the area of behavior interventions and effective coaching. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills; keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom and/or discipline management. Attend and participate in meetings relevant for this position.

Other:

Perform other duties as assigned Supervisory

Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

Computer, ACTIV board, copy machine and audio visual machines.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands:

Repetitive hand motions. Prolonged use of the computer.

Application Procedure:

Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at https://www.springbranchisd.com/join-our-team/applicants. Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 5/4/2026 11:08:14 AM

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