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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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....

Special Education Teacher

  • Randolph, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Randolph, NY
  • 8 days ago

RANDOLPH CENTRAL SCHOOL Is accepting applications for the following: Special Education Teacher Valid or eligible for NYSED Teaching Certification Salary: $44,000 to $48,500 Deadline: April 3, 2025 Apply...

needs (or strong interest in doing so....

CASSADAGA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL PO Box 540, Sinclairville, New York 14782 (716) 962-515 Internal Posting Notice of Positions Available: Instructional * Special Education Teacher * 7-12 ELA Teacher (...

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....

Internal/External Relationships: Internal: frequent— Pathways students and employees, Director of Clinical and Educational Services, Director of Special Education....

FY26 Special Education Teacher Resource

  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

TITLE: Certified Teacher, Resource CLASSIFICATION: Exempt CERTIFIED PLACEMENT SCHEDULE QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification and highly qualified requirements. Preschool Requirements:...

Remote Work

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher 25-26 School Year

  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 2 hours ago
  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 2 hours ago

EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Additional Education, Certification or Licensure Requirements: Endorsement: Early Childhood Inclusive Endorsement appropriate for the instructional responsibility...

Special Education Teacher - MOID (K-2)

  • Jonesboro, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jonesboro, GA
  • 2 hours ago

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Special Education Adapted Curriculum & all five content areas (currently GACE Tests 083/084 + 087/088 for P-8) High School is Special Education Adapted Curriculum and content-specific...

Instructional Strategies: Utilizes effective instructional strategies. Implements procedures involving students with the maximum time on task....

Special Education Teacher - Chavez Elementary

  • Eugene, OR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 4 hours ago

At sites with more than one special education teacher, works collaboratively as a team member in meeting the needs of students Administers assessments and collect and interprets data to monitor student...

Special Education Teachers - Middle School

  • Hillside, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hillside, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: Hillside School District   Additional Information: Show/Hide Applications will be accepted for Special Education Teachers...

needs....

Temporary Special Education Teacher (Summer School 2025)

  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 hours ago

   Temporary Special Education Teacher (Summer 2025 ) Location: River Street School, Windsor, CT Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Special Education Teachers needed to staff summer school...

Special Education Teacher-Severe Licensure (.25 FTE )

  • Newton, MA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 15 hours ago

SUMMARY: The Special Education Teacher working within this program is responsible for the instruction of students with significant special needs....

Special Education Teacher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
45.2%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.7%
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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