Special Education Teacher

District Wide; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

West Baton Rouge Parish School System District Wide in Port Allen, LA is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support academics and individual needs. The role reports to the Principal and involves planning lessons, maintaining an effective learning environment, and upholding professional standards.

The position requires a valid teaching certificate and a Bachelor's Degree, with duties including open house events, confidentiality, and collaboration with students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid teaching certificate per Bulletin 746.
• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Adheres to all West Baton Rouge Parish School Board’s Policies.

Responsibilities

• Instruction: The teacher plans and implements effective instruction as evidenced by meeting the requirements.
• Planning: The teacher develops and implements effective lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Environment: The teacher establishes and maintains an effective learning environment.
• Professionalism: The teacher demonstrates professionalism by growing and developing professionally, reflecting on teaching, actively supporting school activities/events, and accepting school responsibilities.
• Maintain good attendance
• Report to work on time and follow assigned work schedule
• Display professional ethics on and off duty
• Communicate in English (oral and written)
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and stakeholders
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Attend meetings and participate in events related to the profession.

Skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching certificate

Job description

Special Education Teacher

West Baton Rouge Parish School System District Wide - Port Allen, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

• Maintain good attendance

Job Details

Job ID: 4847815

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title:

Teacher

Department:

Academics

Salary Schedule:

Teacher

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Days/Year:

182

Reports To:

Principal

Supervises:

N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instruction:The teacher plans and implements effective Instruction as evidenced by meeting the below requirements:
• Planning:The teacher develops and implements effective lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Environment:The teacher establishes and maintains an effective learning environment.
• Professionalism:The teacher demonstrates professionalism by growing and developing professionally, reflecting on teaching, actively supporting school activities/events, and accepting school responsibilities.

• Other Responsibilities Include:
• Maintain good attendance
• Report to work on time and follow assigned work schedule
• Display professional ethics on and off duty
• Must be able to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
• Effectively communicate with students, parents, school personnel, and other stakeholders
• Must be able to perform physical activities of standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting 10 pounds. (Lifting is sometimes required.)
• Keep accurate, up-to-date records
• Complete reports, paperwork, and other assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Attend meetings as directed
• Maintains confidentiality of student information
• Participate in events related to the profession including but not limited to: open house, family nights, graduation, supervising co- and extracurricular events and other types of related activities as part of job duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications (minimum education, skills, and/or experience):

• Must hold a valid teaching certificate per Bulletin 746
• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
• Adheres to all West Baton Rouge Parish School Board’s Policies

Physical Demands:

Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.

EVALUATION: Evaluation shall be conducted in accordance with West Baton Rouge Parish School Board Personnel Evaluation Plan.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $53,074 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Barbara Burke
• 3761 Rosedale Road
• Port Allen, Louisiana 70767
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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