Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained

Point Quest, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W-2 employment

Liability insurance

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching

Licensure reimbursement

CEU reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy seeks a full-time Self-Contained Special Education Teacher for a school setting in Anniston, AL. You will provide IEP-driven instruction in a structured self-contained classroom serving grades 1-5, collaborating with paraprofessionals and a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes data-driven progress, individualized support, and compliance with IEP timelines. A Bachelor's in Special Education and Alabama SPED K-6 eligibility are required; strong classroom management and

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for Alabama Collaborative Special Education Teacher K-6 certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.
• Experience or knowledge supporting students with intensive or individualized support needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized, IEP-driven instruction across academic, behavioral, and functional domains.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student IEP goals and individual needs.
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate data, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families.
• Create and maintain a structured, supportive classroom environment.
• Utilize differentiated instructional and behavior-support strategies.
• Collaborate with and provide classroom direction to paraprofessionals.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Classroom management

Collaboration

Communication

Self-contained experience

Education

Alabama SPED K-6 certification

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained Pay Range: $42-47/hour Job Description: Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained Up to $47/hour | Anniston, AL | Full-Time Hours | 2026-2027 School Year | Self-Contained Special Education Teacher needed for Grades 1-5!

Position Details: Self-contained classroom at Randolph Park Elementary Grades 1-5 Full Time M-F

About the Role

Hello, Special Education Teachers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time Self-Contained Special Education Teacher for a school setting in Anniston, AL. In this role, you'll provide specialized instruction and individualized support to students in a structured self-contained classroom. You'll collaborate with paraprofessionals and multidisciplinary team members while ensuring students receive instruction aligned with their IEP goals and individual needs.

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay (Up to $47/hour) + steady school-year schedule
• W-2 employment with liability insurance included
• Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
• Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

What You'll Do

• Provide specialized, IEP-driven instruction across academic, behavioral, and functional domains
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with student IEP goals and individual needs
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate data, reports, and compliance documentation
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families
• Create and maintain a structured, supportive classroom environment
• Utilize differentiated instructional and behavior-support strategies
• Collaborate with and provide classroom direction to 2 paraprofessionals
• Support students with functional and daily living skills as appropriate
• Ensure compliance with state and district guidelines for IEP development, timelines, and implementation

What We're Looking For

• Hold or be eligible for Alabama Collaborative Special Education Teacher K-6 certification
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field from an accredited institution
• Experience or knowledge supporting students with intensive or individualized support needs
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills
• Self-contained or school-based experience preferred, not required

About Ampersand Therapy

About Ampersand Therapy Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued. Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period. Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team. We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run. We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!