Exceptional Learners (Special Education) Teacher

Liberty Grove Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Master's degree program discount

Affordable housing partnership

Wellness days

Science of Reading grant

Job summary

Liberty Grove Schools in Indianapolis, IN seeks an Exceptional Learners Teacher (Special Education) to provide IDEA‑mandated modifications and instruction for students with disabilities in 5th–7th grade. You will collaborate with general education staff, monitor IEP goals, and support behavior and social‑emotional development.

The role emphasizes hands‑on collaboration, data‑driven decision making, and ongoing family engagement to ensure high‑quality, inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Requirements include developing and implementing IEPs with input from families and teachers.
• Ability to use data sources to track progress toward goals and write progress reports.
• Experience planning and delivering instruction aligned to standards for 5th–7th grades.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted instruction to 5th–7th graders with exceptional needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement IEP accommodations.
• Use data to monitor progress and adjust IEPs as needed.
• Develop and implement behavior plans and support social‑emotional development.
• Engage families in progress discussions and transition planning.

Skills

IEP data analysis

Collaboration

Instruction planning

Progress reporting

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree preferred

Tools

IEP software

Job description

Exceptional Learners Teacher (Special Education)

supporting 5th - 7th Grades

Why You'll Love it Here

At Liberty Grove Schools, we offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package comparable to the best in Central Indiana. Here’s what you can expect:

• Top-Tier Salary: Competitive salary ($50,000 to $70,000 for this role) plus opportunities for merit-based increases and annual performance bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to support you and your family
• Retirement Security: 401(k) plans with company matching to help you plan for the future
• Wellness Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-being

We prioritize our instructional staff and ensure you have the support you need to thrive. Here’s how:

• Advance Your Education: Partnerships with local universities let you earn your Master’s degree at a reduced rate
• Affordable Housing: Anchor partnership with a local non‑profit offers reduced‑cost apartments just two blocks from LGS
• Professional Growth: Access ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills
• Wellness Matters: Enjoy wellness days built into the school calendar to recharge and prioritize self‑care
• Student-Centered Resources: Benefit from our Science of Reading grant, equipping you to meet students where they are

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Vision:

Empowering and encouraging a commitment to learning for all students in every community.

Who We Are

Liberty Grove Schools is a growing, community-centered public charter school located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded with a commitment to academic excellence and whole-child development, we serve a diverse population of students and families who are deeply invested in education and community impact.

As an established school with strong systems and a clear vision, Liberty Grove continues to expand thoughtfully. We are excited to be growing into a full middle school model, with the addition of 7th grade this school year. This growth reflects both the success of our program and the trust families place in our school.

We are proud to maintain a staff retention rate of approximately 90%, demonstrating the strength of our school culture, relationships, and academic programming. Our student achievement scores are in line with peer schools across Indianapolis, reflecting consistent academic progress and a commitment to high standards for all learners.

At Liberty Grove, we envision a community of academic excellence that sparks innovation and creates opportunity. We achieve this by empowering students of diverse backgrounds, removing limiting labels, and fostering a culture grounded in high expectations, belonging, and continuous growth.

We believe deeply in the partnership between school and community and share collective ownership in developing well‑educated, civic‑minded students. We meet students where they are, celebrate who they are, and challenge them to grow. Our work is driven by a shared belief in possibility, and the mindset of "why not us?"

This is an on‑site position (not remote/work-from-home).

School Address:

1002 W. 25th Street Indianapolis, IN 46202

Who You Are

You believe every student deserves an opportunity to participate in an exceptional educational environment and are inspired every day to demand the best for yourself and your students.

About the Role

The Exceptional Learners Teacher is responsible for developing and providing IDEA mandated modifications and accommodations for students with special needs to gain free and appropriate instruction in the subject area curriculum. Under the direction of the school Principal and Exceptional Learners Coordinator, the Exceptional Learners Teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with exceptional learning needs and collaborates with the general education teacher. The Exceptional Learners Teacher monitors and evaluates outcomes and assists in developing Individual Education Programs (IEP).

Join our LGS team as we continue to grow!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Exceptional Learners (Special Education) teachers work under the direct supervision of the principal, with additional support from the Exceptional Learners Coordinator.
• Help create an environment inclusive of students with disabilities, set high expectations, and deliver targeted instruction for students with exceptional needs.
• Use various data sources for IEP development and amendments, developing lessons, and determining students' progress toward goals; write IEP progress reports using specific data describing progress toward goals.
• Plan and deliver meaningful instruction in and outside the general education classroom that aligns to grade-level academic standards, mapped backward to target students' present levels of performance.
• Write and implement IEPs designed with student, parent, and general education teacher input, various data sources, target priority skills, and include meaningful accommodations and classroom supports.
• Push in to 5th - 7th grade classes to deliver targeted instruction to students individually or in small groups;
• Use data to track and communicate student progress and propose adaptations to IEP programming.
• Support development of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) or informal behavior systems; hold students accountable to high behavioral expectations while supporting their social‑emotional development.
• Engage families meaningfully to discuss their child's progress and include input on IEPs, evaluation decisions, and Secondary Transition Plans.
• Engage parents and families in their child's academic success by fostering an ongoing relationship centered around hopes and dreams.
• Drive academic outcomes by analyzing student work and data and implementing high‑leverage instructional moves to ensure gains for all learners.
• Work collaboratively with general and special education teachers to plan and deliver a general education curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers to ensure they implement accommodations and supports for students as outlined in their IEP.
• Participate in Liberty Grove Schools' learning community, professional development, and weekly grade-level planning sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Graduate Degree preferred
• Teaching experience (required)
• Special Education teaching experience (preferred)
• Valid Indiana State Teacher’s License or Charter School Licensure. To start your Charter School Licensure application, visit this site: www.in.gov/doe/educators/educator-licensing/application-instructions-step-by-step/#P

To learn more visit www.libertygroveschools.org.