Special Education Teacher, Elementary Lifestyle Perks

Special Education Teacher, Elementary

Salary: $65,000‑$85,000 per year
Sign‑on Bonus: $15,000 (paid over 180 days)
Learning Stipend: $500 usable within 5 years
Benefits: Custom package options and exclusive perks

• Childcare Reimbursement: $100/month, up to $1,200
• Housing Reimbursement: $100/month, up to $1,200
• Cell‑phone Reimbursement: $50/month, up to $600
• Gym Membership Reimbursement: $50/month, up to $600
• Car Wash Membership: $50/month, up to $600
• Digital Streaming Service: $50/month, up to $600

Benefits You Don't See in Most District Jobs:

• Free virtual medical & mental health services
• Advocacy & navigation support
• Custom programs for real life support
• Pet insurance
• Employee‑only discounts on electronics, travel, entertainment and more
• Summer bank program for eligible full‑time, salaried employees
• Clear advancement pathways
• Continuing education assistance (no‑cost courses, flexible learning options)

Support Network & Educational Focus:

• Small learning communities with support specialists and multidisciplinary teams
• Highly collaborative culture for best‑practice sharing
• Autonomy to design and adjust lesson plans
• Small class sizes for individualized attention
• No expectation to supervise after‑school clubs or activities
• Built‑in time to review assignments and evaluate student work

As a Special Education Teacher, you will lead the instructional process for elementary school students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Your role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing innovative curriculum resources, integrating educational software, and creating comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state and school standards.

• Create an inclusive, collaborative environment that involves students, parents, colleagues, and administrators
• Establish a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations; implement PBIS strategies
• Track and document student progress; maintain accurate student files and generate reports
• Deliver differentiated instruction individually or in a co‑teaching environment to meet IEP‑specified educational goals
• Adapt curricular content and instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles
• Utilize varied instructional methods and educational software to support diverse student needs
• Manage student caseload responsibilities, including developing and implementing individual education plans
• Prepare detailed daily lesson plans and organize instructional materials in alignment with standards
• Maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment
• Stay informed on current research‑based instructional practices and developments in special education
• Respond to feedback from formal evaluations and informal observations, pursuing professional growth
• Support the school community by performing additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education, or a closely related field
• Licensed or in the process of obtaining OH state teaching credentials
• Certification in company‑approved crisis management training
• Experience in curriculum development, differentiation, and instruction; preferably in alternative, special education or behavioral health settings
• Knowledge of special education services and compliance for students with learning disabilities, emotional‑behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or other related disabilities
• Experience working with students with IEPs
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for diverse needs
• Proficiency in facilitating motivation and engaging in critical conversations with students
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions
• Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology and Microsoft Office Suite

Chance Light Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs. For over 50 years, we have partnered with more than 235 school districts to positively impact more than 240,000 student lives.

Ready to make a meaningful impact in a well‑supported environment? Submit your application today to explore if this Euclid special education teacher opportunity is your next move.

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