Special Education Teacher

Eleutheria; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU/license reimbursement

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid sick time

Spread Pay options

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Elkhart, IN area for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires Indiana licensure in Special Education and involves developing IEPs, implementing PBIS strategies, and supervising paraprofessionals in a school-based setting.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support students' academic and social growth, maintain confidential records, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Indiana Department of Education Professional Educator’s License with Special Education endorsement (or equivalent)
• Criminal and DCS background checks
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Design legally mandated, customized education plans with goals, services, and accommodations for each student.
• Adapt lesson plans using specialized methods to fit diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Monitor academic and behavioral progress with formal and informal tools and update IEP goals accordingly.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team with teachers, families, counselors, specialists, and admins.

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher

Pay Range: $39-$48/hr

Job Description: For the 2026-2027 School Year | $39-$48/hr | Full-Time | Elkhart, IN | School-Based | Indiana Educators License Required

About the Role:

Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. You’ll develop and implement IEPs, manage classroom behavior using PBIS, supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support each student’s academic and social growth. This role combines instructional leadership with hands-on teaching in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Why Join Us:

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance

• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

• Paid sick time

• Spread Pay options available

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What You’ll Do:

• Designing and implementing legally mandated, customized educational plans that outline specific goals, services, and accommodations for each student.

• Modify standard lesson plans and using specialized teaching techniques (e.g., multi-sensory learning, scaffolding) to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.

• Use both formal and informal tools to monitor academic and behavioral performance, then updating IEP goals based on this data.

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes general education teachers, parents, school counselors, speech therapists, and administrators to provide holistic support.

• Coordinate special education documentation, maintaining confidential records, and ensuring legal compliance with federal and state regulations like the Individuals with Disabilities Act.

• Implement behavior intervention plans, utilizing positive reinforcement, and managing classroom crises to create a safe learning environment.

• Supervision: Overseeing and mentoring Instructional Assistants or Paraprofessionalswho provide direct support to students.

What We’re Looking For:

Must Have:

• Current Indiana Department of Education Professional Educator’s License with Special Education endorsement

• Criminal and DCS background checks

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

Preferred:

• One year of experience as Special Education Teacher (new grads welcome)

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and special education programs

• Experience with school-based caseload management

About Point Quest Group: Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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