Voluntary Transfers - Teachers and Campus Instructional Professionals

  • Each year, Fort Bend ISD opens a Voluntary Transfer Window for teachers and campus instructional professionals who are interested in transferring to another campus within Fort Bend ISD. All current teachers and campus instructional professionals (i.e. counselors, instructional coaches, etc.) interested in a lateral, voluntary transfer must complete an online transfer request during this time to be considered for a transfer.

      • Eligibility Criteria

        Please note candidates must meet eligibility criteria for a Voluntary Transfer. To be eligible to submit a voluntary transfer request, a teacher or instructional campus professional must:

        • Have demonstrated success on the T-TESS with no indicators recorded as “Improvement Needed” for the current year, or similar successful result if evaluated by a different instrument
        • Be fully certified in the position they are seeking
        • Not be residing in the United States on an H-1B or J1 Visa.

        Please note:

        • Transfers are for lateral moves only. To be considered for a different position, you must complete an application and go through the selection process.
        • Application does not guarantee that a transfer will be granted, as all requests are subject to campus vacancies and their selection process.

        IMPORTANT: Please note that as an internal candidate, you can only access the application process through the district network or VPN.

      • Voluntary Transfer Information

        The window to submit transfer requests for the 2025-2026 school year is closed. Campus hiring managers may hire off the transfer through May 23, 2025.

        Please note, you will only be able to access this transfer list from a network computer or using VPN remotely. 

        Campus leaders will have access to the transfer request list and may contact you for an interview based on campus vacancies. If an internal candidate is selected for a voluntary transfer, principals will submit change forms during the transfer window.

        Application does not guarantee that a transfer will be granted, as all requests are subject to campus vacancies and their selection process.

        Best Practices for Candidates

        After you put your name on the transfer list, FBISD Human Resources recommends the following:

          • Let your current campus principal know of your interest in transferring to another campus.
          • Send a letter/email of interest and resume to the principal of the school(s) of interest and then wait to be contacted by a principal for an interview.
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      • Why can’t I access the transfer list using the link provided?

      • I am a teacher and I am interested in being considered for a transfer for next year. How do I apply for a transfer?

      • I used the Transfer Registration link to put my name on the transfer list. What should I do next?

      • If I apply for a voluntary transfer, will I be guaranteed a position at a different campus?

      • I am currently employed in a pool position and I am interested in changing campuses. What should I do?

      Additional Questions

      • Contact Us - If you have a question about Voluntary Transfers within FBISD, please submit your inquiry via HR's online service center.