Special Education Teacher

Cold Spring School; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cold Spring School in Indianapolis is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher to provide on-site instruction for K-8 students with diverse needs. The role involves planning individualized instruction, developing IEPs, and adapting curriculum to support inclusive practices.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, communicate with families, and participate in multidisciplinary teams to ensure a positive, engaging learning environment that integrates outdoor and STEM activities.

Qualifications

• Experience designing accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities.
• Strong teaching skills across K-8, with emphasis on STEM or environmental science.
• Formal training in Special Education, including IEP development and behavior plans.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver individualized and small-group instruction across K-8.
• Develop and implement IEPs and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive practices.
• Communicate regularly with families and support staff.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to safe, engaging learning environments.

Skills

IEP development

Classroom management

Collaboration

Outdoor learning

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Master's in Special Education (preferred)

Tools

PowerSchool

Job description

Company Description

Cold Spring School is a K-8 STEM and Environmental Science school located in Indianapolis, Indiana, offering students an inquiry-based, hands-on learning experience. As a laboratory school partnered with Marian University, it provides innovative educational practices and professional collaboration opportunities for educators. The 39-acre campus features woods, hiking trails, and a stream that support outdoor learning, environmental exploration, and integrated science instruction. Educators at Cold Spring School work in a setting that values nature-based learning, interdisciplinary teaching, and strong community engagement.

Role Description

The Special Education Teacher is a full-time, on-site role based in the Greater Indianapolis area. This position is responsible for planning and delivering individualized and small-group instruction for students with a variety of learning needs and disabilities across K-8 grades. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and implementing IEPs, adapting curriculum and classroom activities, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with general education teachers to support inclusive practices. The Special Education Teacher will communicate regularly with families and support staff, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, and contribute to a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment that extends to outdoor and STEM-focused activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of working with students with disabilities and designing appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Strong teaching skills with experience in K-5, ideally in STEM or environmental science-focused environments.
• Formal training and experience in Special Education, including developing IEPs through PowerSchool, implementing IEPs and behavior support plans.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with students, families, colleagues, and support staff.
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field; master's degree or additional certifications in Special Education are preferred.
• Valid Indiana teaching license with Special Education endorsement.
• Ability to integrate outdoor and experiential learning into instruction and to support inclusive practices in diverse classrooms.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching, with strong organizational and classroom management skills.