Special Education Lead Teacher & Mentor

Easter-Seal; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Arkansas seeks a classroom supervisor for students with disabilities to guide instructional planning and monitor progress. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaboration with families, and ongoing professional growth with the Director.

Responsibilities include supervising paraprofessionals, applying evidence-based strategies, and developing individualized goals for each student. Licensure and dedication to compliance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Education or related field; teaching license required.
• Certification in Special Education preferred; Alternate Licensing Plan considered.
• Three or more years of experience as a classroom teacher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops individualized lesson plans that support the students’ progress toward goals.
• Considers emotional, physical, and educational levels of development.
• Maintains accurate student and classroom records through data collection.
• Supervises paraprofessionals and models effective instructional practices.
• Instructs students using evidence-based special education strategies to improve development across multiple domains.
• Communicates professionally with students, parents, and staff; participates in conferences.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to deadlines

Education

Master’s in Education or related field

Teaching License

Special Education Certification preferred

Alternate Licensing Plan considered

3+ years classroom teaching experience

Tools

Electronic health management platform

Job description

Easterseals Arkansas seeks a classroom supervisor for students with disabilities to guide instructional planning and monitor progress. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaboration with families, and ongoing professional growth with the Director.

Responsibilities include supervising paraprofessionals, applying evidence-based strategies, and developing individualized goals for each student. Licensure and dedication to compliance are essential for success.