Special Education Teacher: Interrelated Resource & Self-Contained Teachers

Ampersand Therapy

$83K — $114K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Georgia Professional Educator Certificate in Special Education or eligibility to obtain certification.
  • Georgia Special Education General Curriculum P-12 certification required for IRR positions.
  • Georgia Special Education Adapted Curriculum P-12 certification required for Self-Contained MID/MOID positions.
  • Bachelor's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.
  • Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
  • Preferred but not required: School-based experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide specialized, IEP-driven instruction across academic, behavioral, and functional domains.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student IEP goals and individual learning needs.
  • Assess student progress and maintain accurate data, reports, and compliance documentation.
  • Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, school staff, and families.
  • Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to support student access to the general education curriculum when appropriate.
  • Create and maintain a structured, supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and positive behavior.
  • Support students with daily living skills as required by the assigned classroom.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay (Up to $40-55/hour) and a steady school-year schedule.
  • W-2 employment with included liability insurance.
  • Healthcare benefits and 401(k) with company match.
  • Reimbursement for licensure, continuing education units (CEUs), and professional expenses.
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites and referral bonuses.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Special Education Teacher: Interrelated Resource & Self-Contained Teachers

Pay Range:

$40-55/hour

Job Description:

Special Education Teacher: Interrelated Resource & Self-Contained Teachers

Up to $40-55/hour | Atlanta, GA | Full-Time Hours | [redacted] School Year | Interrelated Resource (IRR) Teacher and Self-Contained MID/MOID Teachers Needed!

About the Role

Hello, Special Education Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Full-Time Special Education Teacher for a school setting in Metro Atlanta area. In this role, you'll play a critical part in student success by implementing specialized instruction, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with IEP goals and student progress.

Available placements include Interrelated Resource (IRR) classrooms serving students with mild to moderate disabilities and Self-Contained MID/MOID classrooms supporting students with more intensive academic, behavioral, and functional needs. This is a great opportunity for both experienced special education teachers and those new to school-based settings.

Position Details
  • Caseload within the Metro Atlanta area
  • Interrelated Resource (IRR) Teacher
  • Self-Contained MID/MOID Teacher
  • Full-Time - Starting July 2026
  • 1.0 FTE, Monday-Friday

Why Join Us
  • Competitive pay (Up to $40-55/hour) + steady school-year schedule
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses


What You'll Do
  • Provide specialized, IEP-driven instruction across academic, behavioral, and functional domains.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student IEP goals and individual learning needs.
  • Assess student progress and maintain accurate data, reports, and compliance documentation.
  • Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, school staff, and families.
  • Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to support student access to the general education curriculum when appropriate.
  • Create and maintain a structured, supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and positive behavior.
  • Support students with daily living skills, including toileting, feeding, mobility, and health-related needs, as required by the assigned classroom.
  • Ensure compliance with state and district guidelines for IEP development, timelines, and implementation.


What We're Looking For
  • Hold a valid Georgia Professional Educator Certificate in Special Education, or be eligible to obtain Georgia certification.
  • For Interrelated Resource (IRR) positions: Georgia Special Education General Curriculum P-12 certification required.
  • For Self-Contained MID/MOID positions: Georgia Special Education Adapted Curriculum P-12 certification required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.
  • Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
  • School-based experience preferred but not required.


Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

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