Special Education Teacher

South Valley Academy; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

South Valley Academy in Albuquerque, New Mexico is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on providing specialized instruction and supporting students with disabilities to access the general education curriculum.

The teacher will co-teach with general education staff, differentiate instruction, implement IEPs, and serve as a case manager while maintaining strong family collaboration and compliance with legal requirements.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities.
• Co-teach with general education teachers and differentiate instruction.
• Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress.
• Serve as case manager and communicate with families.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

IEP knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Special Education Teacher

South Valley Academy, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Job ID: 5903324

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Title: 2026-2027 Special Education Teacher South Valley Academy

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher South Valley Academy is looking for passionate and talented educators who love to work with students, who are committed to their practice, who feel that being an educator is essential and meaningful, and who believe in the core values of equity, opportunity, social justice, and community. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities, ensuring they have access to the general education curriculum. This role involves co-teaching with general education teachers, differentiating instruction, and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet the diverse needs of students. In addition to instructional responsibilities, the teacher serves as a case manager, monitoring student progress, collaborating with families, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By creating an inclusive learning environment and working closely with support teams, the Special Education Teacher helps students achieve their goals and thrive. Effective communication, lesson planning, and progress monitoring are key aspects of this position.

Salary L1-L3: $59,641-$88,440 depending on qualifications and experience.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $59,641 to $88,440 Per Year

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Sharon Myers , Program Manager
• P.O Box 16326
• Albquerque, New Mexico 87191
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]