FY26: Teacher, Special Education. Burnt Mills ES, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Burnt Mills Elementary School. The role involves providing instruction and support to students with disabilities, developing IEPs, and collaborating with staff. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in special education and relevant Maryland certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education required.
• Maryland certification in special education required.
• Knowledge of behavioral management and assessment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Monitor and evaluate student outcomes.

Skills

Knowledge of MCPS curriculum

Differentiated instruction

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education

Maryland State Department of Education certification for SPC I

Job description

FY26: Teacher, Special Education. Burnt Mills ES, 1.0 FTE

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Summary Description

Under the direction of the school principal and special education supervisor, the special education teacher provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities, collaborating with general education teachers. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes and assists in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Physical demands are as required by job duties. Teachers must attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside instructional hours as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association agreement. Teachers in special education schools or specific service models must complete MCPS-provided courses in behavioral management, including nonviolent crisis interventions, to support behavioral interventions.

Job Specific Information

The salary range for this position is $62,558 to $127,334, based on education and experience. For benefits information, see this link.

Additional Details

• Organization: Burnt Mills Elementary School
• Location: Silver Spring
• Schedule: Full-time, 10 months, Day shift
• Seniority Level: Entry level

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of MCPS curriculum, special education programs, IEPs, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, research-based reading instruction, assessments, and federal/state policies. Ability to support instruction, adapt materials, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with students, parents, and staff. Familiarity with MCPS Teacher Professional Growth System standards is required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in special education from an accredited institution, with knowledge of learning theory, behavioral management, and assessment. Student teaching or two years of relevant teaching experience preferred. Maryland State Department of Education certification for Standard Professional Certification I (SPC I) in special education is required; certification in a content area is desirable.