SPED Resource Teacher, Self-Contained (Mild/Mod)

Lyon County School District; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid retirement

Job summary

The Lyon County School District seeks a Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained, Mild/Moderate Disabilities to guide students in functional and life skills domains. You will use evidence-based strategies and collaborate with a team to support individualized education plans.

Responsibilities include maintaining PowerSchool records, reporting progress, and ensuring compliance with district and state standards. A Bachelor's is required; Nevada licensure and experience in SPED are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Nevada teaching license or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with students in self-contained special education settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction aligned with functional curriculum domains and IEP goals.
• Maintain student records and submit reports within required timeframes.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and administration to support student progress.

Skills

Communication

Classroom instruction

Team collaboration

Adaptability

IEP implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

PowerSchool

Job description

The Lyon County School District seeks a Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained, Mild/Moderate Disabilities to guide students in functional and life skills domains. You will use evidence-based strategies and collaborate with a team to support individualized education plans.

Responsibilities include maintaining PowerSchool records, reporting progress, and ensuring compliance with district and state standards. A Bachelor's is required; Nevada licensure and experience in SPED are preferred.