Autism SPED Strategies Teacher - Elementary

Lyon County School District; Yerington (NV); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid retirement

Job summary

Lyon County School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Autism Strategies program. The role is a salaried, 9-month position to support students with disabilities, with employer-paid retirement and experience-based placement on the salary schedule.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP-driven instruction, using district curricula, and collaborating with staff to ensure inclusive, outcome-focused teaching. Requires a Nevada teaching license and Autism endorsement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area or ability to obtain.
• Special Education Autism endorsement required.
• Experience in special education settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows compliance standards established by Federal, State, or District regulations.
• Develops and executes lesson strategies aligned to IEP goals.
• Assesses student progress and communicates with parents.
• Maintains confidentiality of student records.

Skills

CPR/AED knowledge

Special Education autism endorsement

Ability to work with special needs

Education

Bachelor's degree from accredited college/university

Nevada teaching license or ability to obtain

Job description

Lyon County School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Autism Strategies program. The role is a salaried, 9-month position to support students with disabilities, with employer-paid retirement and experience-based placement on the salary schedule.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP-driven instruction, using district curricula, and collaborating with staff to ensure inclusive, outcome-focused teaching. Requires a Nevada teaching license and Autism endorsement.