What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher (SPED) - Small Group Setting - Full Time position at LearnWell?
Quick Highlights –
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Pay: $30-33/hour, Special Education
- Class Size: Small groups (8–15 students) for personalized instruction
- Setting: Behavioral health facility – focus on student learning and support
- Prep Time: Paid prep time included during the workday
- Resources: Classroom supplies provided by LearnWell
- Benefits: Paid vacation, sick time, federal holidays, school breaks; medical, dental, vision; 401K, paid family leave, employer-sponsored life insurance, tuition reimbursement
- Work-Life Balance: Focus on teaching students without excessive administrative tasks and all work completed at work, no grading, no IEP meetings, no curriculum writing
At LearnWell, we are committed to changing the lives of the 10 million students in the U.S. who are dealing with behavioral health issues. For more than 26 years, we have provided on-site educational services in hospitals, helping these school-age patients continue their education during treatment and reintegrate successfully into the classroom. With a network of over 200 educators, we strive to make a positive impact for generations to come.
Currently, we are seeking a passionate and creative Special Education teacher to join our Fargo, ND team. This unique position will involve floating between two behavioral health locations 5 minutes apart in Fargo, providing academic support for K-12 students in a small classroom setting as they receive treatment.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to deliver daily lesson plans, provide individualized assistance to students, and regularly communicate about student progress as needed. Additionally, you will monitor and adjust teaching strategies to ensure student success and maintain accurate attendance and session reports. Most of our class sizes range from 8 to 15 school-age patients at any one time.
Position entails a 40-hour a week commitment, Monday-Friday 7:30-4 or 8-4:30 (depending on candidate preference), year round. We offer a very generous package of paid time off including vacation time, sick time, federal holidays, and paid school breaks. We also offer healthcare benefits that include medical, dental, and vision. Additional benefits include paid family leave options, 401K, employer sponsored life insurance policies, and annual grants for tuition reimbursement.
Qualifications
- B.A/B.S. degree from an accredited institution
- North Dakota state Special Education teaching license
- Comfortable working with K-12 students
- Strong organizational skills
- Understanding of subject matter relevant to student needs
- Reliable Transportation
Join LearnWell as we strive to make a difference in the lives of students with behavioral health needs. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $30 - $33