Autism-Focused Special Education Teacher

Washoe County School District; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Washoe County School District seeks a Special Education Teacher at Vaughn Middle School to manage a caseload and implement district policies and IEPs.

The teacher will plan lessons aligned with CCSS, differentiate instruction, assess student progress, and collaborate with other staff to support students with disabilities.

This role requires Nevada licensure eligibility and a Bachelor's degree, with focus on creating inclusive, data-driven learning environments.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree with student teaching and Nevada teaching license eligibility.
• Knowledge of child development, student behavior, and subject area teaching.
• Skill at creating learning environments and maintaining relationships with staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer district curriculum aligned with CCSS and IEP requirements.
• Design differentiated instruction and aligned assessments.
• Analyze student progress and monitor assessment guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records and IEPs within timelines.
• Collaborate with administrators and staff to support students.
• Manage behavior and create a respectful classroom climate.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

IEP knowledge

Assessment & data use

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree with student teaching

Nevada teaching license eligibility

Job description

Washoe County School District seeks a Special Education Teacher at Vaughn Middle School to manage a caseload and implement district policies and IEPs.

The teacher will plan lessons aligned with CCSS, differentiate instruction, assess student progress, and collaborate with other staff to support students with disabilities.

This role requires Nevada licensure eligibility and a Bachelor's degree, with focus on creating inclusive, data-driven learning environments.