Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental benefits

401k with employer match

Dedicated recruiting and credentialing

Job summary

Cross Country Education is hiring Special Education Teachers for Clark County School District in Nevada, with three openings across Las Vegas and Henderson campuses.

Position features a 7:30 AM-3:30 PM, 37.5 hours/week schedule through May 26, 2027, with pay ranging from $43-48+ per hour (W-2). Requires Nevada Special Education license and Bachelor's degree. Familiarity with IEPs and IDEA is essential; fingerprinting may be required for licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Nevada teaching license with Special Education endorsement is REQUIRED.
• Experience working with students with Autism is preferred.
• Strong understanding of IEPs, IDEA, and inclusive educational practices.
• Fingerprinting/background check as part of licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with student IEPs.
• Participate in IEP development, meetings, progress monitoring, and documentation.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with related service providers, general education staff, families, and school leadership.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on data.
• Support students with diverse learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Maintain accurate educational and special education records.

Skills

Autism experience

IEP knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Now Hiring: Special Education Teacher - K-8 & 7-11th Grade

Cross Country Education is hiring Special Education Teachers for Clark County School District in Nevada, with three openings across campuses in Las Vegas and Henderson. CCSD identifies Special Education as a critical labor shortage area for the 2026-2028 period.

• Location: Clark County, NV
• Openings: 3
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-3:30 PM
• Hours: 37.5 hours/week
• Assignment: Now through May 26, 2027
• Pay: $43-48+/hr based on experience (W-2)
• Caseload: Maximum of 12 students per teacher

Campus Locations

• Nellis Campus - K-8: 107 Stafford Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89115 - 2 openings
• Cadence Campus - 7-11: 10 Cadence Crest Ave., Henderson, NV 89011 - 1 opening

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with student IEPs.
• Participate in IEP development, meetings, progress monitoring, and documentation.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with related service providers, general education staff, families, and school leadership.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on student needs and data.
• Support students with diverse learning needs, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Maintain accurate educational and special education records.

CCSD's own Special Education teacher description emphasizes standards-based instruction, IEP responsibilities, and serving as the teacher of record for students with disabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Valid Nevada teaching license with a Special Education endorsement - REQUIRED.
• Experience working with students with Autism - preferred.
• Strong understanding of IEPs, IDEA, and inclusive educational practices.
• Required Nevada fingerprinting/background check must be completed or in process as required for licensure. CCSD confirms that licensed employees may be required to complete fingerprinting through CCSD/Nevada licensure procedures.

Cross Country Education Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental benefits that are with you year round
• 401k with employer match
• Dedicated recruiting and credentialing support

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to work within Clark County School District, one of Nevada's largest school districts, supporting students with disabilities in structured school-based settings. CCSD provides professional learning focused on IEP implementation, instructional strategies for diverse learners, behavior/data collection, and other special education practices.

Referral Bonus

Refer a qualified candidate to Cross Country Education and earn up to $2,000, even if you are not currently working on our team!

Cross Country Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are also committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment of any kind.