Special Education Teacher Jobs

A Special Education Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing and guiding students who have varying types of disabilities. These disabilities can be either physical, mental, emotional, or learning-related. These teachers are required to work alongside general education teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. They deliver lessons that are suitable for the abilities of all their students, while also assessing and reporting their progress to parents and relevant school officials.

Special Education Teachers should possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the special needs of their students. They should have a bachelor's degree in special education, and in many cases, they need to acquire a master's degree in special education. Furthermore, they need to be certified by the state where they intend to practice. Prior to becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person might have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or a General Education Teacher to gain relevant experience and skills.

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The special education teacher would use the provided curriculum (APEX Learning) and provide the accommodations and modifications necessary based on the IEP in order for the student to be successful....

River Academy of Excellence is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team for the ESY program for a classroom of 5 students, which will run for the month of July from...

Synergy Public School

Special Education Teacher

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student’s IEP. Models lessons for students....

Core State Standards, International Baccalaureate MYP & DP) along with the general education teacher....

TK - 3 Special Education Teacher

  • Point Arena, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Point Arena, CA
  • 12 days ago

Experience with NAEYC and Common Core State Standards Background in early childhood education and elementary education Strong knowledge of social studies curriculum Experience with classroom management...

Special Education Teacher (2025 - 2026 School Year)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 days ago

Education Early Education Programs Emotional Disturbance Multiple Disabilities Autism Crisis Intervention Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Individualized Education Programs (IEP) Curriculum...

High School Special Education Teacher (Long Term Substitute)

  • South Deerfield, MA
  • moments ago
  • South Deerfield, MA
  • moments ago

Frontier Regional School is located in the heart of the Pioneer Valley, not far from the renowned Five Colleges; University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, Amherst...

Paraprofessional,Secondary Special Education - Adult Education

  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago
  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago

About this job: A Special Education Paraprofessional assists students with disabilities in elementary and secondary schools by supporting classroom instruction, implementing IEP goals, managing behaviors...

Teacher, Secondary Special Education Moderate Needs, 9Th-12Th Grade

  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago
  • Denver, CO
  • moments ago

About this job: Special Education (SPED) Teachers work with students who have learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities....

Provides individual and small group instruction designed to meet individual needs of pupils in communications skills, health habits, physical skills, and development of self-concepts....

Special Education Teacher ERI Program

  • Teaneck, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Teaneck, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Special Education Teacher ERI Program JobID: 1845 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 5/15/2025 Location: Whittier School Closing Date: Until Filled  ...

Special Education Teacher- Excel Center Muncie

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 hour ago

Industry Standards - Displays a working knowledge of the Indiana Academic Standards, Common Core State Standards, and 21st Century Skills and knowledge of disciplinary literacy....

Special Education Teacher

  • Kouts, IN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kouts, IN
  • 1 hour ago

Special education teachers work with students who have learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities....

Special Education Teacher LTS FY 26 Job ID 984

  • Bedford, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Employ appropriate behavior management techniques during individual or small group instruction. Maintain and use adaptive equipment and materials....

(LD/BD/ID) Special Education Teacher with Autism Certification JobID: 45478 Position Type: High School Teaching/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Pendleton County Middle/High...

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Global Education for Teachers
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Special Education 101 for Teachers
In this class, you will learn about the major areas of special education, including a brief history of special education, special education law, IEPs, 504 plans, parent/stakeholder rights,...
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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.6%
High School or GED
5.3%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Special Education Teachers
Less than 1 year
36.6%
1-2 years
31.3%
None
15.0%
2-4 years
13.2%
4-6 years
3.8%


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