Elem & Middle Grades SPED Teacher: Impact & Growth

Oak Ridge Schools; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Schools seeks an Elem or Middle Grades/SPED Teacher to join our district and support diverse learners. The role emphasizes strong classroom management, collaborative planning, and responsive instructional practices.

Starting Oct 12, 2026, the position requires a Bachelor’s degree and Tennessee teaching license with endorsement, including Special Education; compensation aligns with the Teacher Salary Schedule and ranges between $55,661 and $98,518 per year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the learner.
• Develop a learning environment with effective classroom management.
• Develop and interpret Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Improvement Plans.
• Communicate effectively.
• Use effective instructional methods; demonstrate ability to organize and plan the instructional program.
• Evaluate the instructional program and student progress; possess interpersonal skills; demonstrate willingness to grow professionally.
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Instructional planning

Assessment & progress

Subject area knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tennessee teaching license with endorsement

Special Education endorsement

Job description

Oak Ridge Schools seeks an Elem or Middle Grades/SPED Teacher to join our district and support diverse learners. The role emphasizes strong classroom management, collaborative planning, and responsive instructional practices.

Starting Oct 12, 2026, the position requires a Bachelor’s degree and Tennessee teaching license with endorsement, including Special Education; compensation aligns with the Teacher Salary Schedule and ranges between $55,661 and $98,518 per year.