Position: Special Education Teacher

Reports to: Special Education Department Chair / School Leadership Team

Type: Full-Time | School Year Position | Annual Appointment

Position Overview

The teacher will be responsible for managing a caseload, delivering services as outlined in student plans, collaborating with staff and families, and ensuring full compliance with federal and state special education regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in accordance with their IEPs and 504 Plans in a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Use targeted instructional strategies and techniques to improve cognitive, language, sensory, motor, and memory development

Deliver academic instruction using research-based methods, including phonics, multi-sensory approaches, and differentiated learning techniques

Establish clear learning objectives for all lessons and communicate them effectively to students

Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment by implementing school-wide behavioral expectations and management systems

Maintain accurate service logs, lesson plans, and student progress data in compliance with legal and administrative requirements

Serve as the primary case manager (“point person”) for assigned students, ensuring services are delivered and documented appropriately

Attend and actively contribute to all IEP and 504 meetings for students on your caseload

Complete quarterly progress reports for all students receiving services

Collaborate with families, administrators, testing specialists, counselors, and related service providers to promote academic, physical, and social-emotional growth

Partner with general education teachers through regular team meetings to support student inclusion and access to the curriculum

Support the preparation and administration of standardized assessments and accommodations as required

Participate in professional development, curriculum planning, and other school-based initiatives to maintain and enhance instructional effectiveness

Perform other school duties as assigned (e.g., afternoon supervision, document shredding, etc.)

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience working with students with diverse learning needs

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with special education laws and policies

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Commitment to student growth, equity, and inclusion

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