PHS - Special Education Teacher (Maternity 2026-2027 SY)

PORTAGE HS; Portage (IN); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Portage Township Schools Portage HS in Portage, Indiana seeks a Special Education Teacher for maternity coverage during the 2026-2027 school year. The position focuses on engaging students, delivering instruction, and ensuring an inclusive classroom environment.

Must hold an Indiana License to teach in the appropriate grade/subject. Starting date is November 2, 2026; salary is $53,600 per year for a full-time, on-site role.

Formación

• Indiana teaching license required.

Responsabilidades

• Engage students in learning and manage behavior to ensure a safe, effective learning environment.
• Prepare and deliver lesson plans within established guidelines.
• Provide accommodations and modifications per IEP/504/Health Care Plan as required.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to address classroom issues.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress and needs.

Educación

Indiana License to teach in appropriate grade/subject

Descripción del empleo

PHS - Special Education Teacher (Maternity 2026-2027 SY)

Portage Township Schools PORTAGE HS - Portage, Indiana Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5960401
Application Deadline: Nov 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: The following responsibilities are required of the position, plus any other duties that may be required by the employer. Specific duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the building principal.

• Engage students in learning, manage student behavior in a positive, proactive and constructive manner for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepare students to become productive responsible citizens through positive proactive engagement and modeling.
• Create a flexible program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.
• Establish effective rapport with students, seek to meet individual student needs.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continuing education.
• Establish positive relationships with students, parents and other staff members.
• Supervise students within assigned areas and as needed.
• Develop Lesson plans.
• Deliver group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines.
• Provide diverse learners with accommodations and modifications to ensure learning. At a minimum provide the legally required modifications and accommodations as outlined in each child's IEP, 504 plan, Health Care Plan or other legally mandated document.
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators to address instructional and/or classroom issues.
• Respond to a wide range of inquiries from students, parents, and guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.
• Create and support a culture that empowers students.
• Encourage a culture of inclusiveness and support for all children.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Students, volunteers, assistants

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Indiana License to teach in appropriate grade/subject

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of the job.

The general physical demands include: standing up to four hours, climbing,bending, stooping and lifting up to 20 lbs as part of routine job activities withinthe classroom environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer :

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustiveand may change as determined by the needs of the District.The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed Controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Corporation.The employee is expected to adhere to and agrees to adhere to PTSCore Values, the PTS Strategic Plan, as well as all PTS District policiesand guidelines including but not limited to the civility policy.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $53,600 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Portage Township Schools
• 6240 US Highway 6
• Portage, Indiana 46368
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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