High School Special Education Teacher

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge High School; Laurel (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge High School in Laurel, Nebraska is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the high school level. The role requires state certification and a commitment to meeting diverse student needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, curriculum design, and data-driven instruction to support student growth and fulfillment of 186/185 day terms with benefits per the negotiated agreement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree (preferred).
• Must hold proper state certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies.
• Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Plan a program of study that meets needs and abilities of students.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Assess student accomplishments and provide progress reports.
• Refer students for district services as needed.
• Collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

Skills

Curriculum design

Student assessment

Instructional strategies

Collaboration

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

Education technology

Job description

Laurel Concord Coleridge School Laurel-Concord-Coleridge High School - Laurel, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

High School Special Education Teacher

Laurel Concord Coleridge School Laurel-Concord-Coleridge High School - Laurel, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5960752

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2027

Job Description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Teacher (High School)

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold proper state certification

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or Superintendent

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: New teachers 186 days; Returning teachers 185 days with benefits provided according to the Teacher’s Negotiated Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
• Effectively implement district initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education (e.g. instructional technology).

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required