Special Education Teacher

Point Quest, Inc.; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) with company matching

Licensure reimbursement

Referral bonuses

No non-compete clause

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Special Education Teacher in Olympia, Washington, for the 2026-2027 school year. This in-person contract position runs through June 10, 2027, with start as soon as possible and a focus on each student’s academic, social, and emotional development.

You will develop IEPs, provide instruction tailored to individual needs, and collaborate with families and school staff to support inclusive learning. A supportive, women- and therapist-founded company environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education.
• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with SPED endorsement or eligibility.
• Willingness to complete OSPI fingerprinting if not on file.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs.
• Provide specially designed instruction based on student needs.
• Create measurable academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional goals.
• Adapt curriculum and materials to support access and participation.
• Use differentiated and evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor progress and guide instruction.
• Complete evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and records.
• Participate in IEP, eligibility, and MDT planning meetings.
• Collaborate with general educators, families, admins, and related staff.
• Support students in developing academic, communication, social, and independence skills.
• Implement behavior support plans and positive classroom management.

Skills

IEP development knowledge

Progress monitoring

Differentiated instruction

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education

Washington State teaching certificate with SPED endorsement or eligibility

Fingerprinting OSPI on file or willing to complete

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Pay Range: $55-60/hour

Special Education Teacher | Olympia, WA | 2026-2027 School Year

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a contract position with a school district in Olympia, Washington, for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an in-person position beginning September 3, 2026. We are a women- and therapist-founded company working to elevate the employment experience for school-based professionals. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in students' academic, social, and emotional development.

Job Highlights

• Location: Olympia, WA
• Position: Special Education Teacher
• Setting: In-person, school-based position
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: June 10, 2027
• School Year: 2026-2027

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Provide specially designed instruction based on students' individual learning needs
• Create measurable academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional goals
• Adapt curriculum, instruction, and classroom materials to support student access and participation
• Use differentiated and evidence-based teaching strategies
• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and guide instruction
• Complete evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and other required records
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and multidisciplinary team planning
• Collaborate with general education teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers
• Support students in developing academic, communication, social, behavioral, and independent-living skills
• Implement behavior support plans and positive classroom-management strategies as appropriate
• Maintain a safe, structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Ensure services comply with state, federal, and district requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field
• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with an appropriate Special Education endorsement, or eligibility to obtain one
• Must have current fingerprints on file with OSPI or be willing to complete the fingerprinting process
• Previous special education or school-based teaching experience preferred
• Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, differentiated instruction, and positive behavior supports
• Strong communication, documentation, organization, and collaboration skills

Benefits & Perks

• Paid Sick Leave
• Healthcare Benefits* 401(k) with company matching*
• Reimbursement for licensure, continuing education, and professional development
• W-2 employee status with liability insurance coverage
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clause
• *Healthcare benefits are available for employees working 0.8 FTE or higher after a short waiting period. Additional eligibility requirements may apply.

Why Work With Ampersand Therapy?

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of professionals who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You'll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for professionals who are newer to school-based settings, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

Our Values

• Equity & Inclusion
• Community Engagement
• Environmental Sustainability

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!