High School Special Education Teacher — Growth & PD

Libertasmemphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plans

Teacher Residency program

Job summary

Libertas is launching a new high school in Memphis and seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction for grades 9–12 using Libertas curriculum. This is a unique opportunity to help found a nationally-recognized program focused on human flourishing.

The role supports students with diverse needs in an inclusive environment, with collaboration across families and staff, and strong professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of effective teaching experience in underserved communities.
• Willing to serve all students, regardless of background or needs, in an inclusive setting.
• Knowledge of curriculum content and students’ developmental needs.
• Interest in Montessori pedagogy, liberal arts, and humane education.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high-quality instruction aligned with the school curriculum.
• Submit weekly lesson plans and incorporate feedback into planning.
• Regularly observe students to inform instruction and collect assessment data.
• Teach students with diverse needs and implement IEP accommodations with staff support.

Skills

Teaching experience

Montessori pedagogy

Special Education

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teacher license

Job description

Libertas is launching a new high school in Memphis and seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction for grades 9–12 using Libertas curriculum. This is a unique opportunity to help found a nationally-recognized program focused on human flourishing.

The role supports students with diverse needs in an inclusive environment, with collaboration across families and staff, and strong professional development opportunities.