Special Education Resource Teacher

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching / Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 4/29/2026
• Location:
  
  Carson Valley Middle School
• Date Available:
  
  08/01/2026

Special Education Classroom Teacher reports to the Site Administrator, Inclusive Education Department. The role is a minimum 186‑day/year position on the Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) salary schedule ($50,033 – $90,212). The teacher receives full Nevada workplace benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and is exempt from FLSA.

• Plan curriculum, prepare lessons, and arrange materials/equipment based on Individual Education Plans (IEPs), meeting all state and federal IEP mandates.
• Instruct students in academic, affective, behavioral, prevocational/vocational, and life‑skills areas as outlined by the IEP.
• Collaborate with regular‑and‑special‑education specialists, parents, and community agencies to deliver services in the Least Restrictive Environment.
• Administer, interpret, and report on ability and achievement assessments.
• Observe, evaluate, and maintain detailed student progress records and reports.
• Support the continuous improvement of special‑education programs through training and piloting of new initiatives.
• Chair and oversee IEP meetings, ensuring implementation of approved plans.
• Configure continuum of services for students based on documented needs.
• Lead assigned classes, guiding learning toward district curriculum goals and communicating clear objectives to students.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate to student maturity and needs.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media tailored to each student’s physical and cognitive limitations.
• Identify differences in student needs, abilities, and interests, providing differentiated instruction.
• Collect, analyze, and report data for state and district performance reports.
• Provide transition assessments, planning, and agency coordination for students requiring specialized support.
• Administer group standardized and proficiency tests per district testing programs and IEP requirements.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records in compliance with law and district policy.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect students, maintain equipment, and ensure safety.
• Develop and enforce a code of conduct and classroom behavior rules, applied fairly and consistently.
• Be available to students and parents for education‑related matters during the scheduled workday when required.
• Participate in professional development activities, including courses, readings, in‑service training, and conferences.
• Establish two‑way communication with parents, students, and staff in an honest, positive, and constructive manner.
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides, volunteers, and student teachers, providing written evaluations as needed.
• Supervise students during out‑of‑classroom activities on campus and sponsor student activities appropriate to grade level.
• Attend building and district meetings, collaborate on curriculum development, and serve on committees.
• Operate a microcomputer and related educational technologies (LCD projector, Smart Board, iPads/tablets).
• Communicate enthusiasm, excitement, and a strong commitment to the teaching profession.
• Schedule activities, meetings, and events; gather, collate, and classify data; and analyze data using appropriate methods.
• Work effectively with a diverse group of individuals and exercise confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
• Follow established policies and procedures, remain open to ideas, and contribute to a positive team spirit.
• Multi‑task and manage student, staff, and public interactions efficiently.
• Solve practical problems and handle situational variables where limited standardization exists.
• Communicate clearly and accurately with students, teachers, parents, and community members.
• Meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, manage stress, and maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with major coursework in education or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and…