Full time

Clarifi Staffing Solutions; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing is seeking a Washington Special Education Teacher for a full-time, school-based position for the 2026–2027 school year in Mercer Island. The educator will deliver specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals, modify materials, assess progress, and collaborate with families and school staff to support student growth and independence.

Candidates should hold a bachelor's or master's in special education and a valid Washington teaching certificate with SPED endorsement (or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education or related discipline.
• Washington State teaching certificate with SPED endorsement or eligibility.
• Experience in resource, inclusion, or self-contained classrooms preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and school staff.
• Strong instructional planning and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Modify instructional materials and deliver targeted lessons.
• Evaluate student progress and use data to guide next steps.
• Maintain communication with families and collaborate with teachers and school-based professionals.

Skills

Instructional planning

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Educator | Washington Schools

Mercer Island, United States | Posted on 11/03/2026

At Clarifi, we believe the right match can make a lasting difference for schools, professionals, and the students they serve.

We specialize in connecting school districts with qualified general and special education professionals, including speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, school psychologists, and special education teachers.

Job Description

Washington Special Education Teacher

Full-Time | School-Based | 2026–2027 School Year

Personalized Teaching That Moves Students Forward

Bring your instructional strengths to a school community focused on helping students access the support they need to succeed. Clarifi Staffing Solutions is looking for a dependable, adaptable educator who is passionate about specialized instruction and committed to helping learners make progress toward their individual goals.

Our organization is seeking a skilled Special Education Teacher to support students within a Washington school district during the 2026–2027 academic year. This full-time opportunity is suited for an educator who can recognize individual learning needs, develop effective instructional approaches, and create a classroom environment where students are encouraged to grow academically and develop greater independence.

The selected teacher will provide specialized instruction based on students’ abilities, educational needs, and IEP objectives. Daily responsibilities will include modifying instructional materials, delivering targeted lessons, evaluating student progress, and using performance data to determine appropriate next steps. The educator will also maintain close communication with families and collaborate with teachers and school-based professionals to coordinate student services.

Requirements

• Strong instructional planning, classroom management, and organizational abilities.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related discipline.
• Background in resource, inclusion, or self-contained classroom environments preferred.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with students, families, and school personnel.
• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with the appropriate Special Education endorsement, or eligibility to obtain the required certification.