Special Education Teacher

Point Quest Group

$87K — $104K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Professional Educator's License in the relevant state
  • Criminal and DCS background checks
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Preferred: One year of experience as a Special Education Teacher
  • Preferred: Knowledge of evidence-based practices in special education
  • Preferred: Experience with school-based caseload management

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement customized educational plans with specific goals
  • Modify standard lesson plans for diverse learning needs
  • Monitor academic and behavioral performance using assessment tools
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student outcomes
  • Maintain special education documentation and compliance
  • Implement behavior intervention plans with positive reinforcement
  • Oversee and mentor Instructional Assistants or Paraprofessionals

Benefits

  • Full-time schedule at $42-$50/hr
  • Opportunity to work in a school-based setting
  • Engagement in collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Role focusing on innovative teaching methods
  • Potential for professional growth and development
Full Job Description
For the remainder of the 25/26 SY | $42-$50/hr | Full-Time | Fairland, IN | School-Based | Professional Educators License Required

About the Role: Provide educational services to students in K-12 school settings. You'll conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver direct therapy to help students improve communication skills and access their education. This role collaborates closely with families, and multidisciplinary teams to maximize student outcomes.

What You'll Do:
  • Designing and implementing legally mandated, customized educational plans that outline specific goals, services, and accommodations for each student.
  • Modify standard lesson plans and using specialized teaching techniques (e.g., multi-sensory learning, scaffolding) to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
  • Use both formal and informal tools to monitor academic and behavioral performance, then updating IEP goals based on this data.
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes general education teachers, parents, school counselors, speech therapists, and administrators to provide holistic support.
  • Coordinate special education documentation, maintaining confidential records, and ensuring legal compliance with federal and state regulations like the Individuals with Disabilities Act.
  • Implement behavior intervention plans, utilizing positive reinforcement, and managing classroom crises to create a safe learning environment.
  • Supervision: Overseeing and mentoring Instructional Assistants or Paraprofessionals who provide direct support to students.


What We're Looking For:

Must Have:
  • Current Professional Educator's License in the state where services are delivered
  • Criminal and DCS background checks
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Preferred:
  • One year of experience as Special Education Teacher
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices and special education programs
  • Experience with school-based caseload management
  • Experience with self-contained profound need classrooms


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