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Teacher - Special Education
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Bellingham, Whatcom County, Washington, 98226, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Northwest Educational Service District
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Teacher
Job Description & How to Apply Below
By Jennifer Boone|May 1st, 2026|
Location
Whatcom Discovery Center
5275 Northwest Drive,
Bellingham, WA 98226
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Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher develops and implements individualized educational programs, which address the educational needs of elementary and secondary-age students with severe behavioral disabilities or the remediation of social/emotional, educational, and prevocational/vocational skill deficits for a group of at-risk students in an alternative setting.
Full
Job Description
The NWESD aspires to be a racially and culturally inclusive staff that reflects the diversity of those we serve. We believe this strengthens our organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches staff engagement.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and teacher preparation program;
Special Education endorsement or willingness to obtain. Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain. WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted which provides the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Holders of standard/continuing teaching certificates (issued prior to 8/31/87) which are unendorsable, need to include copies of official transcripts highlighting the 24 quarter hours of special education course work.
Employment Conditions and Benefits
Benefits Include:
Working Conditions/
Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in an educational center for special needs students. Travel may be required on occasion. Must be physically capable of performing de-escalation techniques. Lifts and carries a maximum of 40 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
Hazards:
Due to the nature of the population of the school, hazards include but are not limited to exposure to weapons, threats, verbal abuse, hitting, fighting, throwing of objects, etc.
Salary Range
How to Apply
Submit a complete application /jobs. Applications for this position must include:
* Letter of Interest
* Resume
* Copies of Transcripts (Official or Unofficial)
* Copy of Valid WA State Teaching Certificate
* Other documents may be included at your discretion.
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