Special Education Teacher/Middle School Special Ed Lead Teacher

Metropolitan-School-District-of-Washington-Township; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan School District of Washington Township, located in the northern Indianapolis area, seeks a Special Education Teacher/Middle School Special Ed Lead Teacher for Northview Middle School. This full-time role begins 1/4/2027 and features a 185-day contract with FLSA-exempt status.

The salary schedule starts at $53,000 for a Bachelor's degree and $54,000 for a Master's, with a $3,500 stipend for half of the 2026-27 school year, increasing to $7,000 for a full year for lead

Qualifications

• Active Indiana Department of Education Special Education license.
• Bachelor's degree or higher required for licensure.
• Experience in a middle school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and implement compliant IEPs tailored to each student.
• Deliver differentiated, standards-aligned instruction.
• Lead annual IEP meetings with parents and school personnel.
• Monitor and report progress toward IEP goals with data.
• Mentor and support other special education teachers and staff.

Skills

IDEA knowledge

Communication skills

School experience

Education

SPED licensure Indiana

Job description

Special Education Teacher/Middle School Special Ed Lead Teacher JobID: 4806

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Special Education Mild Interventions
• Date Posted: 9/28/2026
• Date Available: 1/4/2027

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.

Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.

JOB DETAILS

Job Title

Special Education Teacher/Middle School Special Ed Lead Teacher

Qualifications Profile (Licensure)

This position requires a valid and active license issued by the Indiana Department of Education in Special Education

Education

Candidates must document successful attainment of degrees required for licensure in the state of Indiana

Location

Northview Middle School

Position Start Date

1/4/2027

Work Schedule

Full-Time

Calendar Length

185 day contract

FLSA Classification

Salaried, Exempt

Salary/Hourly Rate

The teacher salary schedule is based on teaching experience and starts at Bachelor's $53,000/Master's $54,000 with 0 years of experience. This position will also receive a $3500 stipend for half of school year 26/27, moving to $7000 for a full year for lead responsibilities

Teaching Responsibilities

• The Teacher is responsible for teaching groups of students in a classroom setting, based on a curriculum and supported by instructional materials. The Teacher is responsible for developing daily lesson plans to ensure that the Teacher covers the curricular content in a timely manner throughout the semester or school year. The Teacher uses various instructional methods and techniques to meet the unique needs of the individual students and to assess their learning; the Teacher modifies instruction, re-teaches and remediates to ensure the students' success.

Essential Functions

• Develop, write, and implement compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to each student's unique learning profile.
• Implement instructional strategies that promote engagement and academic progress.
• Design and deliver differentiated, standards-aligned instruction tailored to individual student needs and IEP goals.
• Convene and lead annual IEP team meetings with parents, guardians, service providers, and school personnel.
• Monitor, record, and report student progress toward IEP goals on a regular basis (e.g., quarterly progress reports).
• Use data-driven practices to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collect, analyze, and document academic and behavioral data to inform instructional and behavioral decisions.
• Participate in functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and progress monitoring. Maintain accurate records in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Participate actively in IEP meetings and problem-solving teams.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Article 7 and district policies. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information.
• Engage in ongoing professional development related to special education practices

Additional Duties

• Serve as a lead and point of contact for the middle school special education team.
• Facilitate team meetings, including case management check-ins and problem-solving sessions.
• Mentor and support special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.
• Observe in classrooms and identify Specially Designed Instruction
• Assist with scheduling and PARing IEP meetings.
• Review documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and quality.
• Monitor suspension and expulsion data with school psychologist and school administration
• Additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of IDEA and special education processes in schools.
• Experience in a school setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

PERCENT OF TIME

Seldom = Less than 25%

Occasional = 26 to 50%

Often = 51 to 75%

Very Frequent = 76% and above

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Often

Ability to carry 25 pounds

Occasional

Amount to lift 25 pounds

Occasional

Amount of force to push/pull up to 25 pounds

Seldom

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations

Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter

Very Frequent

Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels

Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation

Dr. Wendy Skibinski, Director of Special Services

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.