2026-2027 Special Education Teacher

Prescott Academy; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Prescott Academy in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a 2026-2027 Special Education Teacher to support students with IEPs and 504s, delivering high-quality instruction in a safe, inclusive environment.

The role requires Louisiana Special Education Certification and a bachelor’s degree where possible. Salary ranges from $75,000 to $80,000 per year with full benefits and an in-person work location. Collaborate with peers to meet school goals and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Louisiana Special Education Certification required.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess students to determine the need for special education services.
• Prepare IEPs or 504s for students who qualify.
• Follow IDEA regulations and comply with other federal and state laws and policies concerning special education services.
• Provide services to assigned students in support of their IEPs and Student Learning Plans.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional lessons and activities.
• Create a safe and positive educational climate in which students may learn.
• Develop Student Learning Plans and support students in accomplishing their learning objectives.
• Teach an aligned curriculum–be clear about what students need to know and how they will demonstrate what they have learned.
• Maintain a focus on student academic and performance outcomes.
• Use direct instruction, personalized learning, and special education strategies to help students gain proficiency.
• Differentiate instruction and implement Student Learning Plans in a way that maximizes time on task, student engagement, and student learning.
• Support students in the development of habits of success.
• Be creative in finding on-line resources and materials to supplement instruction and support personalized learning.
• Work with colleagues and the administration to accomplish the school’s goals as outlined in the School Action Plan.
• Assess student proficiency, monitor student progress, and provide grades in accordance with school procedures and regulations.
• Read and stay abreast of current topics in educationUtilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
• Tutor Students on an individual basis.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.
• Communicate with and engage parents and families to support student learning and habits of success.
• Expand personal leadership skills.
• Participate in professional learning communities and function well as part of a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Special Education

IEP Development

Differentiated Instruction

Family Engagement

Education

Louisiana Special Education Certification

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher

Third Future Schools Prescott Academy - Baton Rouge, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5642418

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 22, 2026

Job Description

Third Future Schools is a high-achieving and growing network of charter schools. The network's school in Baton Rouge, LA, Prescott Academy, is looking for a Special Education Teacher. Prescott’s teachers help students improve academic proficiency and build habits of success. They create a safe and orderly learning environment for students who are assigned to their class and for all the students in the school. They are supervised by the principal and assistant principal.

*Louisiana Special Education Certification required

The SPED Behavior teacher responsibilities include:

• Assess students to determine the need for special education services
• Prepare IEPs or 504s for students who qualify
• Follow IDEA regulations and comply with other federal and state laws and policies concerning special education services
• Provide services to assigned students in support of their IEPs and Student Learning Plans
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional lessons and activities
• Create a safe and positive educational climate in which students may learn
• Develop Student Learning Plans and support students in accomplishing their learning objectives
• Teach an aligned curriculum–be clear about what students need to know and how they will demonstrate what they have learned
• Maintain a focus on student academic and performance outcomes
• Use direct instruction, personalized learning, and special education strategies to help students gain proficiency
• Differentiate instruction and implement Student Learning Plans in a way that maximizes time on task, student engagement, and student learning
• Support students in the development of habits of success
• Be creative in finding on-line resources and materials to supplement instruction and support personalized learning
• Work with colleagues and the administration to accomplish the school’s goals as outlined in the School Action Plan
• Assess student proficiency, monitor student progress, and provide grades in accordance with school procedures and regulations
• Read and stay abreast of current topics in educationUtilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served
• Tutor Students on an individual basis
• Observe and evaluate student's performance
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures
• Communicate with and engage parents and families to support student learning and habits of success
• Expand personal leadership skills
• Participate in professional learning communities and function well as part of a team
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Third Future Schools Special Needs Teachers help students improve academic proficiency and build habits of success. Special Education teachers primarily support students with IEPs or 504s, but they also help all students who have challenges learning and raising proficiency. They deliver high-quality instruction and work with colleagues to accomplish the TFS mission and vision. The maximum salary for a teacher with at least three years of demonstrated achievement results is $80,000.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Department
• Network (Colorado)
• Aurora, Colorado 80011
• Email: [e-mail]