Apply: Special Education

Montgomery County Public Schools; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks qualified Special Education teachers for a 2027–2028 pool. Applicants must be able to attain Maryland licensure and provide IEP support with collaboration from general education staff.

Job involves direct instruction, progress monitoring, and data collection for students with disabilities; eligible for benefits per MCPS policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related field.
• Must be qualified to attain licensure as special education teacher.
• Fluency in learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and parents.
• Monitor and evaluate outcomes; assist in developing IEPs.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Assessment data collection

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Job description

MCPS Official Job Description

Job Specific Information : Applicants applying to this posting will be considered for the hiring pool for the 2027 - 2028 school year. Applicants must be qualified to attain licensure as special education teacher and submit documentation to be considered for this pool. This ad is posted to create a pool of qualified candidates and not for a specific vacancy. Pre-qualified candidates will be eligible to apply for specific vacancies as they occur. The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $136,745 based on education and experience. Follow the link below for information about benefits. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Special Education Teachers (Infant through Adult)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Under direction of the school principal and special education supervisor, the special education teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities and works in collaboration with the general education teacher. Monitors and evaluates outcomes for students with disabilities. Assists in the development of Individual Education Programs (IEP).

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:

All applicants must meet the requirements for teacher licensure stated by the Maryland State Department of Education. ( http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/index.aspx )

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the MCPS curriculum for the grade/content range of the position, MCPS special education program. Thorough knowledge of Individual Education Program (IEP), learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research based reading instruction, multicultural education, assessments, Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA 2004), No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB 2001), and state and federal policies and procedures related to special education. Ability to provide instructional support. Works well with students with disabilities, teachers, and parents of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials. Collects instructional data for decision making process. Excellent communication skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in special education. Certification in a content area is desirable. Must be fluent in learning theory, differentiated instruction, developmental reading, child development, applied behavior analysis, and assessment. Must be knowledgeable in methods of teaching elementary math if seeking an elementary position. Student teaching in the specific area of exceptionality or two years teaching experience at level appropriate to assignment (elementary or secondary). Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.