Special Education Teacher — Self-Contained (Mild/Mod)

Lexington County School District One; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington County School District One is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained) for Lake Murray Elementary School in Lexington, South Carolina. The role focuses on individualized instruction and supports students with disabilities under IDEA.

The teacher develops IEPs, implements evidence-based practices, and collaborates with families and staff to promote independent living and academic success within a structured, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related area with student teaching experience or equivalent
• Valid SC Teaching License or valid certification and eligibility to obtain licensure in SC

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, productive learning environment for students with disabilities
• Develop and implement IEP goals and progress monitoring
• Deliver instruction in self-contained setting across multiple disability areas
• Collaborate with general education staff, related services, and families
• Administer progress monitoring probes and adjust instruction based on data
• Maintain confidential student and staff records and support scheduling and reporting requirements

Skills

IEP development

Classroom management

Parent communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Tools

Curriculum-based assessments

Job description

Lexington County School District One is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher (Self-Contained) for Lake Murray Elementary School in Lexington, South Carolina. The role focuses on individualized instruction and supports students with disabilities under IDEA.

The teacher develops IEPs, implements evidence-based practices, and collaborates with families and staff to promote independent living and academic success within a structured, supportive environment.