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JOB TITLE: Special Education Teacher
DEPARTMENT: YIT School
REPORTS TO: Director of Education
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
We’re looking for a dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher to join our team. In this role, you’ll create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. You’ll design individualized education plans, adapt curriculum to meet diverse needs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure student success.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to individual developmental levels.
- Maintain a positive and safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Plan and lead enrichment activities, including field trips.
- Keep accurate records and prepare required reports.
- Collaborate with staff in meetings, conferences, and training sessions.
- Guide and support Assistant Teachers to ensure active classroom participation.
- Adapt curriculum programs to meet student needs.
- Create and manage Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Implement school-wide behavior management strategies.
- Assist with lunch coverage, school trips, and late bus duty.
- Perform other professional duties as assigned.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Certification: Valid state teaching certification in Special Education.
- Experience: Prior experience working with students with special needs in a classroom setting.
- Skills:
- Strong knowledge of curriculum, psychology, and human development principles.
- Understanding of cultural factors that influence student behavior.
- Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Ability to physically intervene and restrain students when necessary.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage classroom aides.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with a team.
NCIA offers a strong and competitive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with employer contributions
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous time off, paid holidays, and winter break
- Tuition assistance & professional development support
- Free parking & a supportive school culture
Salary range of 60- 70 K commensurate with experience and active MSDE certification.
Why NCIA?
NCIA is a nonprofit that empowers people through unconditional support, equity, and compassion. We believe in building stronger communities by helping individuals thrive.
NCIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. NCIA celebrates people from all walks of life and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000