2027-28 Special Education Teacher, Resource 2 - Washington Elementary (Certified)

Washington; Fremont (NE); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Personal days

Sick days

Bereavement days

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401k/403b or retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Leave balances and attendance bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

Fremont Public Schools in Fremont, Nebraska seeks a Special Education Teacher (Resource 2) at Washington Elementary for a full-time contract beginning August 2027. Qualifications include Nebraska Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement in Special Education and experience in Mild‑Moderate disabilities.

Comprehensive benefits accompany the position. Salary for the 26-27 agreement is $52,896 total gross annually with added stipends and benefits; the 27-28 details are to be finalized.

Formación

• Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement in Special Education.
• Education degree(s) as required for Nebraska licensure.
• Experience or training in regular and special education settings is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with other professionals to provide necessary and appropriate programming for students with disabilities.
• Instruct assigned students at the designated locations and times.
• Develop and manage IEPs in conjunction with the IEP team.
• Plan a program of study and modify curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to set instructional goals and methods.
• Select and modify instructional materials and supervise paraeducators.

Conocimientos

IEP development

Collaboration with professionals

Educación

Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in Education or Special Education

Descripción del empleo

2027-28 Special Education Teacher, Resource 2 - Washington Elementary (Certified)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5966980
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position:Special Education Teacher (Resource 2)

Location: Washington Elementary

Employment: Full-Time Contract Begins August 2027

Qualifications:

Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement required

Compensation: Salary based on the 27-28 negotiated agreement that is not yet finalized. Information below is based on the 26-27 agreement.

26-27 Negotiated Agreement

$43,896.00 (BA, Step 1 Salary based on 26-27 Salary Schedule)

+ 9,000.00 (certified annual flat salary stipend)

$52,896.00 Total Gross Annual Salary

Benefits:

• One-time salary advance opportunity to increase August paycheck
• 4 Personal Days
• 9 Sick Days
• 5 Bereavement Days
• Civic Leave and Professional Leave
• FEA-managed, certified staff Sick Leave Bank
  • Offers up to 30 additional sick days to participants who meet requirements
• 4 FPS Activity Days from Sick Balance: Teachers who are parents or guardians of an FPS student can also use up to 4 sick days, per year, to attend FPS-sponsored activities for their child.
• NPERS Membership (State Retirement)
• District-paid long term disability
• District-paid $10,000 individual life insurance policy
• Quarterly and Year-End perfect attendance bonus opportunities.
• New Teacher Mentorship Program
• Group Health Insurance (FPS contributes to member premiums)
• Group Dental and Vision insurance available
• Voluntary Life Insurance available
• 403b
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Policies via Guardian
  • Short Term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospitalization

Applications Will Be Accepted Until Job is Filled

Ideally located between Nebraska's major urban centers, Fremont offers the best of both worlds: access to opportunity while maintaining the welcoming spirit of a close-knit community. As a Class A district, students experience high-level academic and extracurricular opportunities while still enjoying the support and connection of a hometown environment.

Partnerships with local businesses and industry, along with Metropolitan Community College and Midland University, strengthen these opportunities and help prepare students for the future. Through collaboration and community engagement, Fremont Public Schools remains deeply connected to the people it serves while working to support student success.

All positions are subject to veterans preference.

Citizenship, residency, or work authorization required

DEPARTMENT

Special Education

JOB TITLE

Special Education Teacher - Resource 2

REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in Education or Special Education

Certification/Licensure:

• Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement in Special Education

Experience Desired:

• Training and teaching experience in areas of regular and special education with emphasis on Mild-Moderate intellectual disabilities

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of special education verification processes, instructional materials, methods for individualizing instruction, developmentally appropriate curriculum, knowledge in behavior modification and supports

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions of each employee’s position includes (1) regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified knowledge, skills, and abilities and to perform the identified work activities; and (3) the ability to perform the physical requirements on their specific job description.

Basic:

Collaborate and plan with other professionals (with guidance from Director of Special Education, administrators, consultants, school psychologists, etc.) to provide necessary and appropriate programming to direct students with disabilities to become competent in all areas of academic and social development.

Frequent:

• Meets and instructs assigned students at the locations and times designated.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning
• Develops and manages individual education plans in conjunction with IEP team.
• Plans a program of study and assists in modifications that, as much as possible, meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and utilizes a variety of analytical, evaluative, and formative techniques suitable to the curriculum content, including the modification of curriculum when required for special needs students.
• Collaborates with other teachers and members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods that represent the desired outcomes for instruction and Essential Learning Skills for students, including activities and modifications of programs.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, assistive communication devices, and other instructional materials, and suggests modifications as/if needed.
• Plans and supervises appropriate assignments for paraeducators.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct/activities; develops, for the classroom, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Supervises and participates in fire drills and other emergency preparedness programs.
• Follows the policies, regulations, procedures, and expectations established by the Board and administration.
• Addresses students’ personal hygiene needs (toileting, clothes changing, etc.)
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis using a variety of assessment methods (e.g. authentic assessment, performance-based, formative, etc.) and provides progress reports as required.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of attendance, absences, tardies, and other information as required by law, District Policy, and Administrative Regulations.
• Develops, writes, and implements behavior support plans.
• Prepares records for individual students receiving services through the IEP process.
• Communicates and consults with students, parents, and professional staff regarding educational programs, IEP/MDT processes, and other pertinent areas.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Participates in professional growth through ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, inservices, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning.
• Completes special projects and performs other responsibilities and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

NEVER (0%)

OCCASIONAL (1-32%)

FREQUENT (33-66%)

CONSTANT (67%+)

A. Standing

X

B. Walking

X

C. Sitting

X

D. Bending/Stooping

X

E. Reaching/Pulling/Pushing

X

F. Climbing

X

G. Driving

X

H. Lifting: 50 pound maximum

I. Carrying: 1-150 ft.

J. Manual Dexterity Tasks

Fingering 33-66%

Grasping 33-66%

Specify (manual dexterity tasks): Ability to operate computer, A/V equipment, copy machines, telephone, plus other equipment as required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory): Skillful in assessment, evaluation, and documentation. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Thorough understanding of various cognitive, behavioral, and physical disabilities. Demonstrate effective conflict management, problem solving, evaluation, organizational, and decision making skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Inside – Outside – Both: Both
• Climatic Environment: Primary work environment is a heated/air conditioned classroom.
• Hazards: Exposure to communicable diseases, classroom furniture/equipment, and/or work-site furniture/equipment, building furniture/equipment, and stairs.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Life Skills

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
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