DAEPISSBehavior Intervention & Attendance Support Teacher

Position Title:

DAEP/ISS/Behavior Intervention & Attendance Support Teacher

Primary Purpose:

Provide academic instruction behavioral intervention attendance support and social-emotional services to students assigned to the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP) and/or In-School Suspension (ISS) as well as identified at-risk students. The position is designed to improve student behavior increase attendance support academic success and facilitate successful reintegration into the traditional classroom setting.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
• ESL certification (preferred)
• Special Education certification (preferred but not required)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong classroom management and de-escalation techniques
• Knowledge of behavior intervention strategies (PBIS Restorative Practices Trauma-Informed Care)
• Understanding of truancy prevention strategies and attendance laws
• Ability to build positive relationships with at-risk students and families
• Experience with conflict resolution and behavior coaching
• Knowledge of TEKS and differentiated instruction
• Strong organizational communication and documentation skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff parents and community partners

Experience:

• Experience working with at-risk or behaviorally challenged students preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support:

• Provide direct instruction aligned to TEKS for students assigned to DAEP/ISS
• Support students in completing assignments from their home campus
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual academic needs
• Monitor and document student academic progress

Behavior Intervention:

• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and support IEP/504 accommodations
• Teach and reinforce appropriate behaviors coping skills and decision-making strategies
• Facilitate restorative practices reflection activities and conflict resolution
• Conduct individual and group behavior coaching sessions
• Maintain a structured safe and orderly learning environment

Attendance Intervention & Support:

• Monitor and track attendance for DAEP/ISS students and identified at-risk students
• Identify barriers to attendance and conduct student check-ins to address concerns
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding attendance expectations and concerns
• Collaborate with campus administration and attendance personnel to address truancy
• Assist in developing and implementing attendance improvement plans
• Participate in attendance committees MTSS/RTI meetings and truancy prevention efforts
• Maintain accurate documentation of attendance interventions and communications

Program Management:

• Enforce district and campus discipline policies consistently
• Supervise students throughout the school day including transitions and breaks
• Maintain accurate records of attendance behavior and academic progress
• Ensure a highly structured environment that promotes student accountability and growth

Collaboration:

• Communicate regularly with administrators counselors teachers and support staff
• Participate in ARD 504 MTSS and behavior-related meetings as needed
• Partner with parents/guardians to support student success

Compliance & Documentation:

• Maintain documentation required for DAEP placement attendance and student services
• Ensure compliance with federal state and district policies including special programs and student discipline procedures
• Assist in preparing reports related to student progress behavior and attendance

Student Reintegration:

• Support transition planning for students returning to the regular classroom
• Provide feedback and recommendations to campus staff
• Monitor and support student success post-placement when applicable

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise paraprofessionals assigned to DAEP/ISS

Working Conditions:

• Mental Demands: Ability to work with students exhibiting significant behavioral and attendance challenges
• Physical Demands: May include managing aggressive behaviors and de-escalation situations
• Environment: Structured alternative education setting

Additional Expectations:

• Model professionalism consistency and emotional control
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Serve as a positive role model for students
• Demonstrate a commitment to student growth accountability and success

Required Experience:

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