Elementary Special Education Teacher - Inclusive Classrooms

Weakley County School District; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Weakley County Schools is seeking a qualified Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will hold an active Tennessee Special Education-Interventionist license and work in inclusion, pull-outs, and resource settings with paraprofessional support.

The role requires planning and delivering aligned lessons, participating in IEP/evaluation meetings, and maintaining accurate student records. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid professional Tennessee teacher's license with appropriate certification.
• Experience in the area assigned preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level.
• Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that align to state standards and facilitate active learning within the district curriculum.
• Prepare for and participate in IEP and evaluation meetings for students with disabilities.
• Develop a scheme of work, assessments, and grading in accordance with established procedures.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare the classroom for class activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
• Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
• Administer appropriate tests and interpret results to the benefit of students.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies, and school regulations.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the disciplinary systems of the school.
• Participate in school and system-sponsored activities.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators and other staff, including discussing topics that may be sensitive with confidentiality.
• Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings.
• Keep updated with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.
• Actively participate in Special Education trainings and learning opportunities.
• Adhere to the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Instructional methods

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Weakley County Schools is seeking a qualified Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will hold an active Tennessee Special Education-Interventionist license and work in inclusion, pull-outs, and resource settings with paraprofessional support.

The role requires planning and delivering aligned lessons, participating in IEP/evaluation meetings, and maintaining accurate student records. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.