Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 59,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

Competitive pay

Job summary

Cross Country Education in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Special Education Teacher to deliver individualized instruction for K–11 students and manage IEPs. You will collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote inclusive learning and student progress.

The role requires a Nevada Special Education license with Autism endorsement, experience with autism, and adherence to IDEA standards. Fingerprinting/background clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Nevada Special Education license with an Autism endorsement.
• Experience supporting students with autism; knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and inclusive education.
• Fingerprinting/background clearance per Nevada requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and individualized support to K–11 students (caseload up to 12).
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs aligned with student goals and Nevada standards.
• Collaborate with families, general education teachers, related-service providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Adapt curriculum and strategies to support academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional needs.

Skills

IEP development

Autism support

Collaboration

Inclusive education

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Nevada teaching license with Autism endorsement

Autism endorsement

Tools

IEP software

Assessment tools

Job description

Every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive! Cross Country Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Las Vegas, NV, to provide individualized instruction, build meaningful connections, and help students reach their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction and individualized support to K–11 students with diverse learning and developmental needs, with a caseload of up to 12 students.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in alignment with student goals, IDEA requirements, and applicable Nevada standards.
• Collaborate with families, general education teachers, related-service providers, and multidisciplinary teams to promote inclusive learning and student progress.
• Adapt curriculum, instruction, and classroom strategies to support students’ academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid Nevada Special Education license with an Autism endorsement
• Experience supporting students with autism is preferred, along with strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and inclusive education practices
• Completion of required Nevada Department of Education (NDE) fingerprinting/background clearance

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn$43.00 - $46.10 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 37.5-hour work week, a predictable Monday–Friday school schedule, and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2