Special Education Certified Teacher SY; Temporary

Temporary Contract Special Education Teacher (25/26 School Year)

Special Education Teachers will provide high‑quality, individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities in a variety of classroom settings. Positions are temporary and will end at the conclusion of the 25/26 school year. Teachers may not exceed 17.5 hours in the classroom per week.

• Provide highly individualized instruction in a self‑contained classroom for students with significant cognitive, developmental, and physical disabilities
• Implement IEPs with a focus on functional academics, communication, life skills, and social‑emotional learning, collaborating with OT, PT, SLP, and behavior specialists
• Support students’ daily living needs, including toileting, feeding, mobility assistance, and adaptive communication
• Use assistive technology, structured routines, and sensory strategies to enhance student engagement, independence, and behavioral regulation

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, High

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License;
Bachelor’s in Education (B.A. or B.S.);
Knowledge of IDEA, Article 7

• Work in the IPS REACH ABA Program
• Implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions
• Collaborate with BCBAs & RBTs to develop behavior plans

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, High

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License;
Bachelor’s in Special Education; 3+ years experience with autism preferred

• Provide behavioral support & coaching for teachers working with students with intensive needs
• Develop and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Support school teams in using positive reinforcement strategies

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, High

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License OR Social Work/School Counseling Certification;
Experience with MTSS, trauma‑informed practices, & behavior coaching

• Teach students ages 3‑5 in a developmentally appropriate early childhood setting
• Serve as Teacher of Record for students with IEPs
• Adapt curriculum & implement early intervention supports
• Collaborate with speech, OT, PT, and student support teams
• Support social‑emotional & cognitive development aligned with early learning standards

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood (Preschool)

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License (must have Pre‑K);
Bachelor’s in Education (B.A. or B.S.);
Understanding of early childhood development & intervention strategies;
Completion of required items (fingerprinting, CPR and Drug Screen) to qualify for working at a certified preschool location.

• Provide instruction & behavioral supports for students with emotional and behavioral needs
• Develop Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
• Collaborate with counselors, psychologists, & support teams

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, High

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License;
Bachelor’s in Education;
Experience with PBIS preferred

• Provide push‑in and pull‑out instructional support for students with IEPs in general education and small‑group settings
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement accommodations, modifications, and differentiated instruction
• Support students with disabilities through co‑teaching, small‑group instruction, and individualized interventions
• Monitor student progress, adjust instruction based on data, and provide targeted interventions aligned with IEP goals
• Work as part of a collaborative team, supporting students in various instructional settings as determined by the supervisor

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, High

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License;
Bachelor’s in Education (B.A. or B.S.);
Experience with inclusive education and instructional support preferred

• Provide instruction to students with significant cognitive disabilities in a self‑contained setting
• Develop and implement functional life skills curriculum
• Collaborate with related service providers to support student success

Grade Level(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, High

Licence & Credentials:
Indiana Special Education License;
Intensive Intervention or Severe Disability;
Bachelor’s in Education;
Experience in self‑contained classrooms preferred

FLSA Classification:
Exempt

Remote Work Eligibility:
Not eligible

Physical Requirements:

Requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as necessary.