School Services - School Special Education Teacher

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a School Services School Special Education Teacher for a travel job in Seldovia, Alaska.

• Specialty:
  Special Education Teacher
• Discipline:
  School Services
• Start Date:
  
  08/17/2026
• Duration:
  36 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

We are seeking a passionate and adventurous Special Education Teacher to join a unique school community in Seldovia, Alaska. This role offers a rare opportunity to live and work in a breathtaking coastal village accessible primarily by seaplane, providing an unparalleled professional and personal experience.

This is a hybrid teaching position, serving both special education and general education students. The ideal candidate is flexible, student-centered, and excited to be part of a close-knit school community.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in special education from an accredited educational program.
• Valid Alaska state elementary & special education certification or ability to obtain required state certification.
• Experience working directly with students with disabilities in a special education setting.
• Experience managing a mixed classroom assignment, including separate instruction for a small special education cohort and larger general education groups.
• Ability to work full time within a single school building and adapt to varied student group sizes (approximately 6 special education students and 15–20 general education students during different parts of the week).
• Willingness and ability to comply with local travel logistics, including living in the community and using seaplane transport when required for access to nearby towns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in behavior management, differentiated instruction, or transition planning for secondary students.

Assignment Details

• Full-time position in one school building.
• Weekly schedule split between working with a small special education group and larger general education classes.
• Teachers live in Seldovia Village and travel by seaplane to the nearest town for additional services or supplies as needed.

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who'll give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Traveling SPED Teachers

We value your commitment to students. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401(k) matching plan, recruiter support available by text, phone, or email, referral bonuses, housing assistance where available, and travel and license reimbursement options.

Impacting Students Nationwide

Join as a special education teacher and support student learning in a rural Alaskan community. Opportunities include full-time assignments, benefits, and career pathways such as direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career tools for professional growth.

Location Highlights

Seldovia offers coastal, small‑community living with direct access to Kachemak Bay and nearby Homer. The area provides opportunities for boating and fishing in Kachemak Bay, proximity to Kenai Peninsula attractions within one seaplane commute, and scenic views of the Alleutian Range. Residents experience a quiet, remote lifestyle with outdoor recreation such as kayaking, wildlife viewing, and short seaplane connections to larger commercial services in Homer.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future.

With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.