K-12 Special Education Instructor: IEP & Collaboration

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Holidays

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ball State University’s Burris Laboratory School invites applications for an Instructor of Special Education. The role focuses on IEP development for K-12 students, collaboration with colleagues, and maintaining family communication to support student success.

The position requires Indiana K-12 Mild Interventions licensure, with a preference for Intense Interventions, and a master’s in special education. Start date 10/12/2026; salary $48,500–$74,312.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license K-12 (Mild Interventions) required.
• Master's degree in special education or related field preferred.
• Minimum three years of teaching experience.
• Certification in Indiana special education by date of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate IEPs for K-12 students with disabilities.
• Attend case conferences as Teacher of Record for students with disabilities.
• Model best-practice instructional strategies for preservice teachers and graduate students.
• Manage statewide testing accommodations and ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Provide specialized instruction for students with significant needs and collaborate with general ed.
• Assess progress and communicate with parents and administrators.

Skills

Collaboration

IEP development

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's degree from regionally accredited university

Master's degree in special education

Indiana teaching license K-12 Mild Interventions licensure

Job description

Ball State University’s Burris Laboratory School invites applications for an Instructor of Special Education. The role focuses on IEP development for K-12 students, collaboration with colleagues, and maintaining family communication to support student success.

The position requires Indiana K-12 Mild Interventions licensure, with a preference for Intense Interventions, and a master’s in special education. Start date 10/12/2026; salary $48,500–$74,312.