2027/28 Special Education Teacher, Resource 3 - Middle School (Certified)

Middle School; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary advance

Personal days

Sick days

Bereavement days

Leave programs

Sick leave bank

Attendance bonuses

Mentorship program

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403b

Flexible spending accounts

Guardian policies

Job summary

Fremont Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Resource 3 at Fremont Middle School in Nebraska. The role requires Nebraska Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement in Special Education, plus experience with IEPs and development of individualized curricula.

The position is full-time with district-provided health options and retirement benefits. Salary follows the 26-27 negotiated agreement and includes a certified annual stipend.

Qualifications

• Nebraska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement in Special Education.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or Special Education.
• Experience with IEP development and behavior modification strategies.
• Knowledge of Rule 51 guidelines for IEP development and services.
• Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with professionals to plan and provide programming for students with special needs.
• Develop and manage individual education plans (IEPs) with the team.
• Plan and implement an alternative curriculum for students with disabilities.
• Prepare records for students receiving services through the IEP process.
• Communicate with parents and staff regarding educational programs and progress.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development.

Skills

IEP development knowledge

Behavior management knowledge

Collaboration with professionals

Education

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

Nebraska Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement

Job description

2027/28 Special Education Teacher, Resource 3 - Middle School (Certified)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5966960

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 3)

Location: Fremont Middle School

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

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

FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

It is the policy of Fremont Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

DEPARTMENT : Special Education

JOB TITLE : Special Education Teacher - Resource 3

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 Intellectual Disabilities, Moderate-Severe/Profound, Multiple Disabilities, Autism, Behavior Disorders

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of Rule 51 guidelines for IEP development and provision of special education services, instructional techniques and materials, methods for individualizing instruction, developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Knowledge in behavior modification and management

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 the Director of Special Education and administrators) to provide necessary and appropriate programming to direct students with special needs and/or disabilities to become competent in all areas of academic and social development. Develop and implement appropriate pre-vocational skills activities.

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 the IEP team.
• Plans and implements an alternative curriculum that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students with moderate-severe/profound disabilities and utilizes a variety of analytical, evaluative, and formative techniques suitable to the curriculum content.
• Assists in the verification of disabilities for students and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required.
• 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 teacher assistants.
• 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 an 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. Demonstrates 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:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > Excessive Needs/Severe/Profound Disabilities

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

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
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