Special Education Teacher

Chester Academy; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/NHRS/LTD

Job summary

Chester Academy is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year to provide specialized instruction and support for a caseload of students, aligning with each student's IEP and learning needs. The role includes supervising and training paraprofessionals and coordinating with the Director of Student Services to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

NH certification is required, and this is a 187-day contract with salary and benefits per the CEA agreement.

Qualifications

• NH Certification as a Special Education Teacher (1900) or statement of eligibility.
• 187 days per year contract; salary and benefits per CEA contract.

Responsibilities

• Perform a comprehensive diagnostic assessment of students identified with possible educational disabilities using formal and informal assessments.
• Serve on a multi-disciplinary team to determine identification of students with suspected educational disabilities.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians and teachers to plan, write, monitor, and implement IEPs.
• Attend required meetings under NH RSA 186C and related processes.
• Provide teachers with consultation and materials; assist with program development and modifications for identified students.
• Attend core team meetings at the building level and maintain thorough records.
• Assist in developing the annual special education budget and requisition supplies.
• Supervise a paraprofessional if needed and report progress to supervisor.
• Abide by school rules and laws related to education.

Education

NH Certification as a Special Education Teacher (1900)

Job description

• Position Type: Special Services/ Case Manager
• Date Posted: 9/10/2026

Special Educator (Full Time or Part Time)

Chester Academy is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. This role provides specialized instruction and support for a caseload of students, working collaboratively with classroom teachers to deliver whole-class, small-group, and individualized instruction aligned with each student's IEP and unique learning needs.

The Special Education Teacher will also support and train assigned paraprofessionals, and will meet regularly with the Director of Student Services to ensure that all student needs are met in accordance with state and federal regulations.

A NH certification in Special Education or statement of eligibility is required. This is a 187 days per year contract with salary and benefits in accordance with the Chester Education Association (CEA) collective bargaining agreement. While we are seeking a full time special educator, we will consider candidates seeking part time employment.

Qualifications

• NH Certification as a Special Education Teacher (1900)

Responsibilities

• Able to complete a comprehensive diagnostic assessment of those students who have been identified as having a possible educational disability using both formal and informal assessments
• Serve on a multi-disciplinary team to determine identification of students with suspected educational disabilities
• Collaborate with appropriate parents/guardians and teachers in planning, writing, monitoring, and implementing Individual Education Plans
• Participate in the special education process including completion of pertinent forms as required by NH RSA 186C and attend all meetings relevant to that assignment
• Provide classroom teachers with consultation and materials and assist with program development and program modifications for identified students as needed in order to fulfill the objectives of the IEP
• Attend core team meetings at the building level
• Provide the immediate supervisor with a schedule of students serviced and keep thorough ongoing records for each student
• Assist in the development of the annual budget for special education and requisition needed supplies for servicing students
• Supervise a paraprofessional, if necessary, to include monitoring of student's progress and behavior, weekly planning, and reporting data and information to the immediate supervisor
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Director of Special Education
• Abides by the school rules and regulations as defined by school board policy, and state and federal laws related to education and the rights of individuals

Salary and Benefits

• Per CEA Contract - $47,710 - $87,525 per year
• Health/Dental/NHRS/LTD, etc.

About Chester Academy

Chester Academy is a forward thinking, positive school community that embraces continuous growth through collaboration, professional development, and a strong mentor program for new educators and educators new to our district. For more information about Chester Academy and the Chester School District, visit: www.sau82.org .