Special Education Teacher - Somerville, TN

Sunbelt Staffing; Somerville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Zoom interviews

Fast onboarding

Community impact

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support young learners in a near-Somerville, TN setting. You will teach in either elementary (K5) or Pre-K self-contained classrooms, delivering tailored lessons and tracking IEP progress.

This full-time role requires collaboration with families and staff to promote student success. The position runs from ASAP through June 4th, with a Monday–Friday schedule and 37.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education Teaching License for Tennessee.
• Previous experience teaching students with diverse needs preferred.
• Warm communication style and a collaborative spirit.
• Adaptability to work in elementary or Pre-K self-contained settings.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Excitement to partner with families and school staff for student success.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction for students in K5 or Pre-K self-contained special education classrooms.
• Design and deliver individualized lesson plans that match student learning goals.
• Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment.
• Track and report progress for students IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and support staff.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress.

Skills

Warm communication style

Collaborative spirit

Organizational and classroom mgmt

Adaptability to K5/Pre-K

Family/school collaboration

Education

Tennessee Special Education Teaching License

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting young learners as a Special Education Teacher in a well-respected educational setting near Somerville, TN. Youll play a vital role assisting students in either elementary (K5) or Pre-K self-contained classrooms, making a real difference in their academic journey. This full-time position offers 37.5 hours each week, Monday through Friday, and will run from the start date as soon as possible through June 4th.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Special Education Teaching License for Tennessee
• Previous experience teaching students with diverse needs preferred
• Warm communication style and a collaborative spirit
• Adaptability to work in elementary or Pre-K self-contained settings
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills
• Excitement to partner with families and school staff for student success

What Youll Do:

• Lead instruction for students in K5 or Pre-K self-contained special education classrooms
• Design and deliver individualized lesson plans that match student learning goals
• Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment
• Track and report progress for students individual education plans (IEPs)
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and support staff
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress

Benefits & Perks:

• Meaningful, hands-on experience in an enriching school setting
• Panel-style interviews conducted conveniently via Zoom
• Immediate feedback and hiring decisions for a quick, smooth onboarding process
• Opportunity to impact your community, support colleagues, and grow professionally

If youre passionate about special education and committed to making a difference, this opportunity is calling you. All applicants must be able to complete fingerprinting prior to their start.