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Life Skills School Teacher

University of Texas at Austin

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#Charter School#Life Skills#Trauma-Informed Care#Special Education#IEP#Behavioral Intervention#Residential Treatment Center#504 Plan#TEKS
#Curriculum Standards
#Texas EC-12 Certification
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$57,000 - $57,000 / YEARPosted 5 days ago

Location

Leander, Texas

Salary

$57,000 - $57,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

Create a conducive learning environment and implement instructional interventions for students with severe and profound disabilities. Manage student behavior according to treatment plans and maintain communication with staff and parents.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Texas Special Education EC-12 teaching certification. Candidates must have knowledge of TEKS and the ability to work in a non-traditional residential school setting.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateInterpersonal CommunicationTrauma-Informed CareBehavior ManagementClassroom ManagementTechnology ProficiencyStudent AssessmentCurriculum PlanningIEP ImplementationSpecial Education Instruction504 Accommodations

Job description

Job Posting Title

  • Life
  • Skills
  • School
  • Teacher ----
  • Hiring
  • Department:
  • University of
  • Texas
  • Charter
  • School ----
  • Position
  • Open To:
  • All
  • Applicants ----
  • Weekly
  • Scheduled
  • Hours: 40 ----
  • FLSA
  • Status:
  • Exempt from
  • FLSA ----
  • Earliest
  • Start
  • Date:
  • Immediately ----
  • Position
  • Duration:
  • Expected to
  • Continue
  • Until
  • Jul 31, 2027 ----
  • Location:
  • LEANDER,
  • TX ----
  • Job
  • Details: General Notes You will make a difference! You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll love working in the UT Charter School System. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Salaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD Eligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Paid sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
  • Additional
  • Voluntary
  • Retirement
  • Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff
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  • For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits This Life Skills Teacher position is located in Liberty Hill, Texas at the University of Texas-University Charter School’s Hope House Campus. This residential school campus is located at a partner residential home center campus in a non-traditional alternative educational setting that focuses on serving students with severe and profound disabilities requiring life skills supports. The school serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grades. This position is on a year-round 194 day 11-month school calendar, August - June. Salary will be spread over 12 months. This is a one year termed position - Renewal for this position is based on performance and student enrollment. The University of Texas-University Charter School is a public charter school and follows all state and federal regulations for public school services. The University of Texas-University Charter School is a part of the University of Texas at Austin’s College of Education and participates in the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment and Teacher Retention Allotment.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Competitive Salaries
  • LinkedIn Learning
  • Professional Conference Opportunities
  • Annual Merit-Based Salary Increases
  • Teacher Retirement System of Texas
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation Program
  • Library and Museum Access
  • 403(b) Tax Sheltered Annuity

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UT Health Austin is the clinical practice of the Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. We collaborate with our colleagues at the Dell Medical School and The University of Texas at Austin to utilize the latest research, diagnostic, and treatment techniques,...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size201-500 employees
HQAustin, Texas
Founded2017

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  • Date: 8/01/2026 Purpose This teaching position is located at a partner residential treatment center campus in a non-traditional alternative educational setting that focuses on the therapeutic treatment of children. Responsibilities Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Effectively plan and use appropriate instructional interventions, strategies, activities, materials, and equipment to add educational value for each student. ESL, GT, at-risk, etc. Comply with UT-UCS curriculum standards and all relevant policies and procedures UT, UT-UCS, and campus. Implement each student's IEP and 504 accommodations as stated. Establish and maintain open communication with the principal, professional support personnel, teachers, facility staff, parents, and students. Manage student behavior effectively and in accordance with the treatment plan if applicable, the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook. Conduct ongoing, formal, and informal assessment of student learning. Utilize data effectively to inform instruction. Participate in faculty meetings, committee meetings and staff development as required. Required Qualifications Valid Texas Special Education EC-12 teaching certification. Knowledge of assigned subject or subjects. Understanding of TEKS and the curriculum standards of the State of Texas. General knowledge of curriculum and instruction. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a non-traditional school setting with special needs students of varying abilities and interests. Maintain awareness and understanding of the role that trauma may play in the lives of our students. Proficiency in technology and technology applications to the level specified by the district. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. This position requires fingerprinting. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
  • Preferred Qualifications

    At least one year of student teaching or approved internship. Salary Range $57,000 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions Classrooms are located within a residential treatment facility. Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. ---- Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. ---- Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. ---- E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF] ---- Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701. Start Here, Change the World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world. Looking for a student job? Please see our Student Employment site. Comments and Inquiries: Email comments to hrsc@austin.utexas.edu. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact Equal Opportunity Services. Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment. For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at (512) 471-4772, or toll-free at (800) 687-4178. UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus

    Market context

    Texas life skills teaching roles stay specialized

    In Texas, life skills and special education teaching roles are typically in steady demand because schools need educators who can support students with significant learning and daily-living needs. This role is competitive for candidates with a bachelor’s degree, a valid Texas Special Education EC-12 certification, TEKS knowledge, and comfort in a non-traditional residential school setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show experience with structured routines and individualized instruction.

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