Special Education Teacher

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Reimbursement for licensure and PD

Referral bonuses

Liability insurance included

W-2 employment

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC in Lancaster, SC is hiring a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a SCDOE Special Education certificate and entails in-person, full-time responsibilities supporting diverse learners under IEPs.

You will collaborate with school teams, implement accommodations, monitor progress, and prepare compliant progress reports while leveraging a supportive, women-led company focused on mentorship and equitable opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have SCDOE Teaching Certificate in Special Education (e.g. Multicategorical).
• In person full-time position with school-based responsibilities.
• Develop and implement IEPs and accommodations for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs.
• Provide specialized instruction across academic subjects.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Write progress reports and maintain compliant documentation.

Skills

Special Education

IEP development

Collaboration

Classroom management

Education

SCDOE Teaching Certificate in Special Education

Job description

**Job Title:**Special Education Teacher**Pay Range:**$45-50/hour W2**Job Description:****Special Education Teacher |****Up to $50/hour | Lancaster, SC | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year**Are you a dedicated Special Education Teacher passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs? Join a women-led, therapist-founded company committed to transforming the school-based employment experience. **Ampersand Therapy** is now hiring Special Education Teachers in **Lancaster, SC**- for the **26-27 School Year**and are interviewing now!**Job Details:*** **REQUIRED: Must have SCDOE Teaching Certificate in Special Education (e.g. Multicategorical)*** In person full-time position* Work with Special Education Team to implement accommodations, interventions, etc. according to student IEPs* Attend staff meetings, IEP meetings, and coordinate with school teams**Why Join Us*** Competitive W2 pay + stable school-year schedule* Multiple placement options based on your experience and preference* Supportive, local district partnership* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure and professional development + referral bonuses**What You’ll Do*** Develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs* Provide specialized instruction across academic subjects* Manage classroom behavior and create a structured, supportive environment* Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families* Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly* Write progress reports and maintain compliant documentation* Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies for diverse learning needs* Incorporate technology and resources to enhance learning**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!