Special Education Teacher - Inspire, Collaborate, Grow

Hands of Heartland; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hands of Heartland in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Full Time Professional Educator for the Special Education program. The role includes supervising paraprofessionals, planning instruction, and delivering individualized plans for students aged 5-21 in multi-categorical settings.

The educator collaborates with students, families, and staff to provide services, maintains progress records, and fosters a safe, structured learning environment with clear routines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education is required.
• Valid NE Teaching Certificate with secondary Special Education endorsement.
• One to three years of experience teaching students with disabilities.
• Pay is based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide paraprofessional staff to support program implementation.
• Plan and deliver instruction using established curriculum and program requirements.
• Design and implement individualized instructional plans for students’ educational needs.
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment and monitor progress and attendance.
• Coordinate with staff and parents to communicate student progress and program activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organization

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Student needs awareness

Computer literacy (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education

NE Teaching Certificate (Secondary Special Education endorsement)

1–3 years experience teaching students with disabilities

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Hands of Heartland in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Full Time Professional Educator for the Special Education program. The role includes supervising paraprofessionals, planning instruction, and delivering individualized plans for students aged 5-21 in multi-categorical settings.

The educator collaborates with students, families, and staff to provide services, maintains progress records, and fosters a safe, structured learning environment with clear routines.