Special Education Teacher - Indianapolis, IN

Sunbelt Staffing; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a Behavior Support Room Teacher for 7th grade near Indianapolis, IN. You will lead the room, implement behavior plans, and foster engagement while maintaining IEP accuracy and strong parent communication.

The role emphasizes collaboration with instructional assistants and school teams, requiring full-time on-site presence and a positive, reliable leader mindset throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching license with Mild Intervention endorsement.
• Experience with students facing behavioral and emotional challenges preferred.
• Strong behavior management, organization, and communication abilities.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Behavior Support Room for 7th-grade students with individualized guidance and positive reinforcement.
• Develop and implement proactive behavior management plans and strategies.
• Promote active student engagement while reducing avoidance behaviors.
• Maintain documentation and ensure IEPs are accurate and current.
• Foster open communication with parents and school teams.
• Mentor Instructional Assistants and model collaboration.
• Build respectful relationships to help students reach their potential.
• Uphold professional standards, showing reliability and collaboration.

Skills

Behavior management

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching license with Mild Intervention endorsement

Job description

Step into a dynamic contract opportunity as a Behavior Support Room Teacher for seventh grade at a junior high school near Indianapolis, IN. In this vital role, you will have the unique responsibility of supporting a closely-knit group of 16 students identified with Emotional Disturbance (ED) eligibility, helping them develop the academic and behavioral skills needed for success.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the Behavior Support Room for 7th-grade students, providing individualized guidance and positive reinforcement
• Develop and implement proactive behavior management plans and strategies
• Promote active student engagement while reducing classroom and work avoidance behaviors
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure IEPs are accurate and current
• Foster open, consistent communication with parents, school teams, and related service providers
• Serve as a mentor and supportive leader for Instructional Assistants
• Cultivate respectful, positive relationships that help students reach their potential
• Uphold high professional standards, demonstrating reliability and collaboration throughout the day

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Valid teaching license with at least a Mild Intervention endorsement is required
• Practical experience working with students facing behavioral and emotional challenges preferred
• Strong behavior management, organization, and communication abilities
• Proven reliability, flexibility, and skill at working collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to maintaining a full-time, on-site presence

You'll be part of an environment that values your expertise and offers strong support from both administration and Instructional Assistants. The schedule is consistent: Monday through Friday, 7:35 AM to 3:35 PM, allowing for a predictable routine while making a meaningful impact each day.