Special Education Teacher

Sunbelt Staffing; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Licensing and credentialing assistance

Professional development resources

Dedicated recruiter support

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing seeks a qualified Special Education Teacher to support a Portland area school district. This full-time contract role focuses on delivering specialized instruction, building meaningful IEP goals, and collaborating with a team of educators and related service professionals.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, student-centered, and dedicated to helping learners with disabilities make academic and functional progress.

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon Special Education teaching license or appropriate authorization.
• Endorsement for the grade level and student population served.
• Working knowledge of IEP development and special education regulations.
• Ability to satisfy district onboarding and background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with individual student IEPs.
• Plan lessons and modify curriculum to accommodate varied learning abilities.
• Monitor academic and behavioral progress using classroom data and assessments.
• Develop, review, and maintain compliant IEP documentation.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and accommodations.
• Work with therapists, administrators, families, and other student support team members.
• Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and parent conferences.
• Establish a structured and encouraging classroom environment promoting independence.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Communication skills

Documentation & organization

Collaboration with multidisciplinary 팀

Patience & adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Advanced coursework / graduate degree in Special Education

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to support a school district in the Portland area. This full-time contract role is an opportunity to provide specialized instruction, develop meaningful IEP goals, and collaborate with a team of educators and related service professionals. The ideal candidate will bring a flexible, student-focused approach and a genuine commitment to helping learners with disabilities make academic and functional progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with individual student IEPs


• Plan lessons and modify curriculum to accommodate varied learning abilities


• Monitor academic and behavioral progress using classroom data and assessments


• Develop, review, and maintain compliant IEP documentation


• Work alongside general education teachers to facilitate inclusion and appropriate accommodations


• Collaborate with therapists, administrators, families, and other members of the student support team


• Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and parent conferences


• Establish a structured and encouraging classroom environment that promotes student independence

Skills & Strengths

• Effective classroom management and lesson-planning skills


• Ability to differentiate instruction and adjust strategies based on student performance


• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication


• Excellent organization and attention to documentation requirements


• Collaborative approach to working with multidisciplinary teams


• Patience, adaptability, and a student-centered mindset

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon Special Education teaching license or appropriate authorization


• Appropriate endorsement for the grade level and student population served


• Working knowledge of IEP development and special education regulations


• Ability to satisfy applicable district onboarding and background requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field


• Advanced coursework or graduate degree in Special Education is a plus

Experience

• Prior experience supporting students with disabilities in a K-12 environment preferred


• Experience with inclusion, resource, or self-contained programming is beneficial


• Newly licensed educators who meet Oregon requirements are encouraged to apply

Benefits Through Sunbelt Staffing

• Competitive weekly compensation


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Licensing and credentialing assistance


• Professional development resources


• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment

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