1.0 26-27 Self-Contained Special Education Teacher (SHS)

We are seeking a caring, compassionate, organized, and student-centered Special Education Teacher to support the academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional growth of students in a collaborative school environment. The ideal candidate is skilled in differentiated instruction, relationship building, case management, and trauma-informed educational practices while maintaining high expectations for student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate instruction in specialized courses and activities including:
• Executive Functioning Skills
• Reading
• Writing
• Math
• Social and Emotional Regulation
• Academic Intervention
• Develop and implement engaging, individualized lessons that support diverse learning needs and promote student independence.
• Manage classroom systems, routines, and behavior supports, including implementation and monitoring of a Behavior Criteria System.
• Provide social-emotional and behavioral interventions within the classroom to support student regulation, engagement, and success.
• Support students in inclusive and general education environments including classrooms, lunch periods, assemblies, community activities, and school events.
• Deliver confidential, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care and support to students and families.
• Serve as a Special Education case manager by:
• Coordinating IEP services and compliance
• Monitoring student progress
• Collaborating with families, teachers, related service providers, and administration
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized supports and interventions.
• Build meaningful, positive relationships with students and families that foster trust, communication, and student growth.
• Utilize strong communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with staff, students, families, and community partners.
• Demonstrate excellent organization and time-management skills while balancing instructional responsibilities, case management duties, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education teaching license/certification.
• Highly Qualified status under the No Child Left Behind Act (or applicable state/federal requirements).
• Knowledge of special education law, IEP development, and instructional accommodations/modifications.
• Experience implementing behavior supports, executive functioning strategies, and social-emotional interventions preferred.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, trauma-informed practices, and culturally competent care.