Special Education Teacher

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Licensure CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher for a Griffin, GA school setting. You will implement IEP-driven instruction and work with a multidisciplinary team to monitor progress and ensure compliance with goals.

We offer competitive pay up to $50/hour, W-2 employment, health benefits, and a 401(k) with company match. Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs, mileage between sites, and referral bonuses are provided.

Qualifications

• Active Georgia teaching certification in Special Education General Curriculum (P–12).
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• School-based experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide IEP-driven instruction across academic, behavioral, and functional domains.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with IEP goals and needs.
• Assess student progress and maintain data, reports, and documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with teams and families.
• Use varied instructional strategies to access the general curriculum.
• Create a structured, supportive learning environment with positive behavior.
• Support daily living skills and health-related needs as required.
• Ensure compliance with IEP timelines and district guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

IEP implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher# Careers## Special Education TeacherApply: Griffin, GA: Full time: Posted Today: R-104510**Job Title:**Special Education Teacher**Pay Range:**$40-$50/hourly**Job Description:**Special Education Teacher **Up to $50/hour | Griffin, GA | Full-Time Hours | 2026-2027 School Year | Full-time contract position available for Special Education Teacher!** **Position Details:*** Caseload within Griffin Spalding County Schools* Bridge Class - 6th grade* Full Time - Starting ASAP!* 1.0 FTE, M-F **About the Role** Hello, Special Education Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher for a school setting in Griffin, GA. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in student success by implementing specialized instruction, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with IEP goals and student progress. This is a great fit for both seasoned special education teachers and those new to school-based settings. **Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (Up to $50/hour) + steady school-year schedule* W-2 employment with liability insurance included Healthcare benefits\\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses **What You’ll Do*** Provide specialized, IEP-driven instruction across academic, behavioral, and functional domains* Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student IEP goals and individual needs* Assess student progress and maintain accurate data, reports, and compliance documentation* Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families* Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to support access to the general curriculum* Create and maintain a structured, supportive learning environment that promotes positive behavior* Support students with daily living skills, including toileting, feeding, mobility, and health-related needs as required* Ensure compliance with state and district guidelines for IEP development, timelines, and implementation **What We’re Looking For*** **Active Georgia teaching certification in Special Education General Curriculum (P–12)*** Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from an accredited institution* Strong communication and collaboration skills* School-based experience preferred, not required **About Ampersand Therapy** Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued. *Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.* Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!