High School Special Ed Teacher: Life Skills

West High School; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement pension

Job summary

West High School in Manchester, NH seeks a High School Special Ed Teacher to deliver life skills instruction and develop IEPs for students aged 16 to 18. The role includes planning a tailored program, documenting progress, and coordinating supports to help each student reach individualized targets.

The position involves creating pre-vocational experiences, case managing students in the program, and collaborating with the broader team under MEA contract terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• NH Certification Authorities and Board regulations compliance.
• NH Special Education certification (1900) or approved certification status may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Create a classroom environment that provides pre-vocational training around the school for students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of IEP goals and objectives.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated goals objectives.

Skills

IEP development

Case management

Pre-vocational training

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

High School Special Ed Teacher: Life Skills

Manchester School District West High School - Manchester, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4823917

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Requirements as set by the State of New Hampshire Certification Authorities and Board of School Committee regulations.
• State of NH Teacher Certification in Special Education (1900) or other approved certification status may be considered.

Specific Core Function:

• Develop and implement Indivual Education Plans (IEPs) for students age 16 to 18.
• Create/implenent pre-vocational programs for students that will remain in school until they are 22 years old.
• Case manage students that are in the program.

Responsibilities of the Position:

• Plan a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Create a classroom environment that provides pre-vocational training around the school for students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of IEP goals and objectives.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated goals objectives.

Specified Length/Hours of Position: This is an affiliated (MEA) position under the Teacher Association negotiated contract, following the school calendar with additional workshop days.

Benefits: Full benefits package to all eligible employees and their dependents, including Anthem Medical insurance, Anthem Vision insurance, Delta Dental insurance, company funded HSA for select Anthem plans, Flexible spending accounts, Retirement pension plan, Gym Reimbursement, Company sponsored life insurance, 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan, Vision discounts, medical incentive rewards, employee assistance program and more.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Categories: Special Education > Life Skills

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Richard Dichard , Principal
• West High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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