Special Education Teacher — Empower Diverse Learners

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

SESI provides academic, social, and emotional services for students needing additional support to shine in school. You will use SESI’s instructional models and collaborate with families to drive outcomes and student growth.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, flexible adaptation, and participation in regular school activities, conferences, and training to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; valid teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and provide individualized attention to meet the needs of all students.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students’ academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in the school’s daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

SESI provides academic, social, and emotional services for students needing additional support to shine in school. You will use SESI’s instructional models and collaborate with families to drive outcomes and student growth.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, flexible adaptation, and participation in regular school activities, conferences, and training to support diverse learners.