Special Education Teacher: IEPs, Behavior & Growth

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits overview

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools seeks a dedicated special education classroom teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, with potential for ongoing placement in 2027-2028. The role reports to the building principal and focuses on individualized instruction within district guidelines and SPED regulations.

You will plan lessons, adapt programs, and work with families and specialists to promote student growth and achievement in a supportive, standards-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and experience teaching diverse student populations in urban school settings.
• Ability to implement individualized instruction and adapt curricula to student needs.
• Endorsements or licenses may be required for special education roles.

Responsibilities

• Foster an educational environment and develop instructional plans to meet individual student needs.
• Use instructional methods suitable for students with disabilities and attend professional growth activities.
• Establish positive classroom policies, provide guidance, and monitor student conduct.
• Collaborate with students, families, and specialists to support achievement and evaluate progress.
• Set realistic classroom goals aligned with IEPs; document progress and share reports with families.
• Direct classroom assistants and coordinate with staff to meet students’ physical, emotional, and hygienic needs.
• Collect and interpret data, develop and evaluate IEPs, and produce administrative reports.
• Attend required staff meetings to support district and school objectives.

Skills

Reading, writing, & oral communication

Behavior management

Lesson planning

Adaptive instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

WA State Teaching Certificate with SPED Endorsement

Job description

Seattle Public Schools seeks a dedicated special education classroom teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, with potential for ongoing placement in 2027-2028. The role reports to the building principal and focuses on individualized instruction within district guidelines and SPED regulations.

You will plan lessons, adapt programs, and work with families and specialists to promote student growth and achievement in a supportive, standards-based environment.