Special Education Teacher

Onward Education; Indiana; On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W2 options

Supportive staffing partnership

Dedicated recruiting support

Job summary

Onward Search Education is partnering with a Lawrence County district to hire a Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained (Intense Intervention) for the 2026/2027 school year. The middle school program serves grades 6-8 in an on-site setting.

Hours are 37.5 per week with a 7:40 AM - 3:20 PM schedule. Pay ranges from $49.50 to $52.50 per hour, with W2 employment and supportive staffing partnership through Onward Search Education.

Qualifications

• Indiana Special Education License required.
• Intense Intervention endorsement required.
• Experience with middle school learners (grades 6-8) in higher-support or self-contained settings preferred.
• Strong classroom management, data collection, and IEP implementation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals for students in a self-contained Intense Intervention setting.
• Develop, implement, and progress-monitor IEPs; collect and maintain compliant documentation and data.
• Create and maintain a structured classroom environment that supports learning, routines, and positive behavior.
• Differentiate instruction and adapt curriculum materials to meet a wide range of learner needs.
• Collaborate with general education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Participate in meetings (IEP conferences, team meetings) and communicate student progress clearly and consistently.

Skills

IEP implementation

Classroom management

Data collection

Collaboration with families

Differentiated instruction

Education

Indiana Special Education License

Intense Intervention endorsement

Job description

Onward Search Education is partnering with a school district in *Lawrence County, Indiana* to hire a *Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained (Intense Intervention), Middle School* for the *2026/2027* school year. This role supports a *self-contained Intense Intervention classroom* serving students in *grades 6-8*, with a small caseload and a strong focus on individualized instruction and classroom-based supports.

Position Details

• Position: Self-Contained (Intense Intervention), Middle School (Grades 6-8)
• Location: On-site
• Hours: 37.5 hours/week
• Schedule: 7:40 AM - 3:20 PM
• Pay: $49.50 - $52.50/ hour

Job Summary

In this role, you'll lead a *self-contained Intense Intervention classroom* by delivering specialized instruction, implementing IEPs with fidelity, managing classroom routines and behavior supports, and collaborating closely with district/school teams to ensure students receive the services, accommodations, and modifications they need to grow academically, behaviorally, and socially.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals for students in a self-contained Intense Intervention setting.
• Develop, implement, and progress-monitor IEPs; collect and maintain compliant documentation and data.
• Create and maintain a structured classroom environment that supports learning, routines, and positive behavior.
• Differentiate instruction and adapt curriculum materials to meet a wide range of learner needs.
• Collaborate with general education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Participate in meetings (IEP conferences, team meetings) and communicate student progress clearly and consistently.

Qualifications

• Indiana Special Education License (required)
• Intense Intervention endorsement (required)
• Experience supporting middle school learners (grades 6-8) in higher-support or self-contained settings strongly preferred
• Strong classroom management, data collection, and IEP implementation skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and communicate with families professionally

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (rate details to be confirmed)
• W2 options and a supportive staffing partnership
• Dedicated Onward Search Education recruiting and support throughout your assignment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact with students who benefit from intensive, consistent instruction

Employer Details

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.