Full-Time Special Education Teacher — IEP & Student Growth

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W-2 employment with liability ins.

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure/CEU reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher to join our school-based team in Tuskegee, AL for the 2026-2027 year. You will implement ACOS-aligned instruction, develop and monitor IEPs, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support student progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff, data-driven planning, and compliant documentation. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, therapist-led company culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Professional certificate in the area of responsibility issued by the Alabama State Department of Education.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• School-based experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-based instruction aligned with the Alabama Course of Study (ACOS), developing and implementing engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure student goals and accommodations were effectively addressed.
• Facilitate IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and ongoing communication with families, educators, and support staff regarding student progress and needs.
• Utilize differentiated instruction, educational technology, and a variety of instructional resources to maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Assess student performance through formal and informal evaluations, using data to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
• Establish and maintained a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and enforcing school policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate student records, documentation, reports, and compliance requirements in accordance with federal, state, district, and school regulations.
• Support overall school operations through collaboration with colleagues, participation in professional meetings, and completion of additional duties assigned by school and district administrators.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (regionally accredited)

Professional certificate (Alabama State Department of Education)

Job description

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher to join our school-based team in Tuskegee, AL for the 2026-2027 year. You will implement ACOS-aligned instruction, develop and monitor IEPs, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support student progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff, data-driven planning, and compliant documentation. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, therapist-led company culture.