Certified: Special Education Teacher, Resource 3 (Grades 5/6)

Fremont Public Schools; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 42,555 - 57,505; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

New Teacher Mentorship Program

Paid Leave

Job summary

A local educational institution in Nebraska is seeking a Full-Time Special Education Teacher to support students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education, strong communication skills, and a Nebraska Teaching Certificate with special education endorsement. Responsibilities include developing IEPs, implementing curricula, and collaborating with educational professionals. This role also offers competitive compensation and supports professional growth through mentorship programs.

Qualifications

• Training and teaching experience in areas of regular and special education.
• Knowledge in behavior modification and management.
• Ability to develop IEPs and individualize instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an alternative curriculum for students with disabilities.
• Collaborate and plan with professionals for programming for special needs students.
• Assess student progress and maintain attendance records.

Skills

Knowledge of Rule 51 guidelines for IEP development

Experience with students with Intellectual Disabilities

Strong communication skills

Behavior modification techniques

Education

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

Nebraska Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement

Job description

Overview

Position: Special Education Teacher (Resource 3)

Location: Johnson Crossing Academic Center (the FPS 5/6 Building)

Employment: Full-Time Contract Begins August 2026

Qualifications

• Certification/Licensure: Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement in Special Education
• Education Level: Bachelor\'s Degree or Master\'s Degree in Education or Special Education

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary is per the 2026-27 Salary Schedule plus an Annual Flat Salary Stipend. Salary and stipend are yet to be negotiated. 2025-26 BA, Step 1 Salary was $42,555 and the Flat Salary Stipend was $8,750.00.

FPS values professional growth and supports a New Teacher Mentorship Program. New Teachers are offered a one-time salary advance opportunity to increase their August paycheck.

Paid Leave: 4 Personal Days; 9 Sick Days; 5 Bereavement Days; Civic Leave; and Professional Leave as determined by administrators. Certified staff may join a Sick Leave Bank annually. Teachers who are parents/guardians of an FPS student may use up to 4 sick days per year to attend FPS-sponsored activities for their child.

Retirement: FPS is a member of the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System and contributes to the defined plan per Nebraska statute.

Other benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance; additional voluntary life insurance; 403(b) with tax-sheltered annuities; flexible spending accounts; and supplemental policies via AFLAC and Colonial Life (short-term disability, accident insurance, group cancer insurance, hospitalization/critical illness).

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online at fremonttigers.org. Click on Employment, current openings, and follow application instructions.

Equal Opportunity

All positions are subject to veterans preference. EOE. Fremont Public Schools follows a policy of nondiscrimination in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies, or other administered programs. Accommodations are available upon request.

Department and Job Title

Department: Special Education

Job Title: Special Education Teacher - Resource 3

Requirements

• 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

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Essential Functions

• Regular, dependable in-person attendance; perform duties and apply knowledge, skills, and abilities; meet physical requirements as per job description
• Collaborate and plan with other professionals to provide programming for students with special needs; develop and implement pre-vocational skills activities
• 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 (IEPs) with the IEP team
• Plans and implements an alternative curriculum for students with moderate-severe/profound disabilities
• Assists in verifying disabilities and consults with district specialists as required
• Collaborates with staff to plan instructional goals, objectives, and methods; modify programs as needed
• Assists in selecting books, equipment, assistive devices, and other instructional materials
• Plans and supervises assignments for teacher assistants
• Supports classroom management and student conduct policies
• Supervises drills and emergency preparedness; adheres to district policies and administration expectations
• Addresses students’ personal hygiene needs as needed
• Assesses student progress using diverse methods and provides progress reports
• Maintains records of attendance, absences, tardies, and other required information
• Develops, writes, and implements behavior support plans
• Prepares records for students receiving services through the IEP process
• Communicates with students, parents, and professionals regarding educational programs and IEP/MDT processes
• Attends staff meetings and participates in professional development
• Completes special projects and other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Inside – Outside – Both: Both
• Climatic Environment: Heated/air conditioned classroom
• Hazards: Exposure to various conditions and equipment as typical in a school setting

Additional Information

• Essential Skills: Assessment, evaluation, and documentation; strong oral and written communication; understanding of cognitive, behavioral, and physical disabilities; conflict management and problem solving
• Other Work Conditions: May require work outside normal hours for meetings or professional development