Special Education Teacher

ATD Technology LLC; Spanaway (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ATD Technology LLC is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join a supportive Spanaway school district for the 2026-2027 school year. Based in Thompson Elementary's Integrated Learning Center (ILC) classroom, the role supports students with significant cognitive and adaptive disabilities who are primarily nonverbal.

This full-time position emphasizes IEP development, individualized instruction, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and families, and creating a safe, inclusive

Qualifications

• Washington State Special Education Endorsement is required.
• Experience with students with significant cognitive and adaptive disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Provide specialized instruction tailored to students' academic, functional, and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support staff, and families.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Special Education

Collaboration

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Washington State Special Education Endorsement

Job description

Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join a supportive school district in Spanaway, WA for the 2026 2027 school year.

This full-time opportunity is based in an Integrated Learning Center (ILC) classroom at Thompson Elementary School, supporting students with significant cognitive and adaptive disabilities. Students in this structured program are primarily nonverbal, making this an excellent opportunity for an educator with experience serving learners with complex communication and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Provide specialized instruction tailored to students' academic, functional, and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support staff, and families.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Special Education Endorsement (required).
• Experience working with students with significant cognitive and adaptive disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.