Special Education Teacher-WMS

Portage-Township-Schools; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Portage Township Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for Willowcreek Middle School in Portage, Indiana. This full-time role requires delivering specialized instruction, developing IEP-aligned lesson plans, and collaborating with staff to support diverse learners. Responsibilities include engaging students, managing behavior positively, and communicating progress to families.

A valid Indiana teaching license and eligibility to work in the U.S. are required.

Qualifications

• Indiana License to teach in appropriate grade/subject.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Engage students in learning and manage behavior to provide a safe, positive learning environment.
• Prepare students to become productive, responsible citizens.
• Create a flexible class environment conducive to learning and growth.
• Establish rapport with students and meet individual needs.
• Deliver instruction within established curriculum guidelines; adapt for diverse learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators on instructional issues.
• Respond to inquiries from students, parents and guardians about progress.
• Support a culture that empowers and includes all students.

Education

Indiana Licensed Teacher

Job description

Special Education Teacher-WMS

Portage Township Schools WILLOWCREEK MS - PORTAGE, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5891625
Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

Title Teacher-Special Education

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: The following responsibilities are required of the position, plus any other duties that may be required by the employer. Specific duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the building principal.

• Engage students in learning, manage student behavior in a positive, proactive and constructive manner for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Prepare students to become productive responsible citizens through positive proactive engagement and modeling.
• Create a flexible program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.
• Establish effective rapport with students, seek to meet individual student needs.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continuing education.
• Establish positive relationships with students, parents and other staff members.
• Supervise students within assigned areas and as needed.
• Develop Lesson plans.
• Deliver group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines.
• Provide diverse learners with accommodations and modifications to ensure learning. At a minimum provide the legally required modifications and accommodations as outlined in each child’s IEP, 504 plan, Health Care Plan or other legally mandated document.
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators to address instructional and/or classroom issues.
• Respond to a wide range of inquiries from students, parents, and guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.
• Create and support a culture that empowers students.
• Encourage a culture of inclusiveness and support for all children.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Students, volunteers, assistants

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Indiana License to teach in appropriate grade/subject

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of the job.

The general physical demands include: standing up to four hours, climbing, bending, stooping and lifting up to 20 lbs as part of routine job activities within the classroom environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer :

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as

determined by the needs of the District. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non prescribed Controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the

Corporation. The employee is expected to adhere to and agrees to adhere to PTS Core Values, the PTS Strategic Plan, as well as all PTS District policies and guidelines including but not limited to the civility policy.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $53,600 FY

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Portage Township Schools
• 6240 US Highway 6
• Portage, Indiana 46368
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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