Full-Time and Part-Time Special Education Teacher (2 positions)

Nimble; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Indiana seeks a licensed Special Education Teacher to plan and provide targeted instruction for students with diverse abilities. The goal is a safe, supportive environment and students' independence.

You will lead IEP development, coordinate with therapists and teachers, and mentor paraprofessionals. Strong communication and data-tracking are essential.

Bachelor’s in Special Education and proper licensure required; First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• State teaching license with Special Education endorsement.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification current.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage IEPs, goals, and accommodations in line with regulations.
• Adapt curriculum and differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to support student progress.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Communication

Organization & data tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Job Summary

The Special Education Teacher plans and provides targeted instruction to students with a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. The primary goal is to create a safe, supportive, and accessible environment that empowers students to achieve their maximum academic, emotional, and functional independence. Join our independent, Charter Montessori School and create the Special Education Department that you desire to work in.

Core Responsibilities

IEP Development & Case Management

• Assess student skills: Evaluate students' academic, behavioral, and functional capabilities to determine specific educational requirements.
• Draft and manage IEPs: Design, implement, and track individualized goals and accommodations in strict alignment with state and federal regulations.
• Facilitate meetings: Schedule and lead IEP case conferences with parents, school administrators, and support staff to review student progress and adjust objectives.

Instructional Planning & Delivery

• Adapt the curriculum: Support with modifying general education lesson plans, assignments, and testing methods to accommodate various learning levels.
• Provide differentiated teaching: Instruct students using individualized learning needs in one-on-one, or group setting for both math and reading

Collaboration & Communication

• Co-teach and consult: Partner with general education teachers to integrate accommodations seamlessly into the general classroom setting.
• Coordinate support staff: Direct, mentor, and supervise classroom paraprofessionals, teacher assistants, and volunteers.
• Liaise with therapists: Work cooperatively with school psychologists and speech-language pathologists to deploy a holistic intervention plan.
• Engage parents: Act as the primary contact for families, providing consistent updates on student triumphs and challenges, and offering strategies for continued learning at home.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related educational field.
• Licensure: A valid State Teaching License with an explicit Special Education Endorsement
• Certifications: Up-to-date certification in First Aid/CPR/AED

Key Skills & Competencies

• Patience & Empathy: Deep compassion and emotional resilience to navigate daily challenges and celebrate incremental victories.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly explain legal paperwork, academic metrics, and behavioral expectations to diverse audiences.
• Organization & Data Tracking: High level of precision required to systematically collect data, document progress, and file compliance reports punctually.