High School SPED Teacher

High School Special Education Teacher (Grades 9–12) – Job Description

Position Summary
The High School Special Education (SPED) Teacher provides individualized and small-group instruction to students with disabilities in grades 9–12. The teacher develops and implements IEPs (Individualized Education Programs), supports students’ academic and social-emotional growth, and collaborates with general education teachers, families, and specialists to ensure student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) for high school students with disabilities.

• Provide specialized instruction in core subjects (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) tailored to students’ abilities and goals.

• Collaborate with general education teachers to modify curriculum, accommodations, and instruction as needed.

• Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction.

• Support students’ social-emotional development, self-advocacy, and transition planning for post-secondary goals.

• Maintain a structured, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.

• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, staff, and related service providers regarding progress and needs.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, professional development, and school activities.

• Maintain accurate records of IEPs, progress monitoring, interventions, and assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Secondary Education, or a related field.

• Valid state teaching certification/licensure in Special Education for high school students.

• Knowledge of secondary education curriculum, special education laws, and evidence-based instructional strategies.

• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to differentiate instruction for students with a variety of learning needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching high school students with disabilities in inclusive and specialized settings.

• Familiarity with transition planning, behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and progress monitoring tools.

• Experience collaborating with related service providers (speech, OT, PT, counseling).

• Training in evidence-based literacy and math interventions for secondary students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Secondary Education, or a related field.

• Valid state teaching certification/licensure in Special Education for high school students.

• Knowledge of secondary education curriculum, special education laws, and evidence-based instructional strategies.

• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to differentiate instruction for students with a variety of learning needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching high school students with disabilities in inclusive and specialized settings.

• Familiarity with transition planning, behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and progress monitoring tools.

• Experience collaborating with related service providers (speech, OT, PT, counseling).

• Training in evidence-based literacy and math interventions for secondary students with disabilities.

Salary : $50,500 - $65,500