Hancock Elementary School Special Education Teacher

Hancock Elementary School Special Education Teacher (Job )

Position Type:
Student Support Services – Special Education / Special Education Teacher

Date Posted: 12/17/2025

Location:

Hancock Elementary School – Hancock, NH

Full-Time – Mon-Fri

Building Principal and Director of Special Education

• New Hampshire DOE Special Education certification
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related discipline applicable to assignment
• Master’s Degree in related area preferred
• One to three years of successful prior experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred. Experience teaching students with intellectual disabilities, physical impairments and social-emotional and behavioral challenges is preferred
• Possess a belief that students are best served when they are included with their peers to the greatest extent possible
• Possess an understanding of the state curriculum standards as they apply to students with intellectual disabilities
• Possess an understanding of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), associated timelines and requirements, and use of the New Hampshire Special Education Information System (NHSEIS)
• Possess an understanding of the requirements of the Alternative Portfolio

Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Director of Special Education, the teacher will maximize the learning experience of students with special needs—including academic skills, interpersonal skills, activities of daily living, and social-emotional and behavioral skills—by implementing district‑approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities and outcomes, addressing student‑specific needs, providing a safe and optimal learning environment, and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.

• Knowledge of special education principles, theories, testing, methods and proven practices for maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction, specially designed instruction and high‑leverage practices for students with diverse learning needs
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
• Ability to meet timelines and deadlines, and thoroughly and accurately complete documentation related to the special education process

• Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students to identify learning issues and recommend courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning
• Case manage and facilitate the Independent Education Plan (IEP) process: referral, eligibility determination, IEP development and placement
• Assist students and teaching staff in implementing student IEPs and behavior management plans
• Develop and administer school curriculum consistent with school district initiatives, goals and objectives
• Serve as a ready resource to students and parents to provide special education support that leads each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; serve as liaison between home and school for students on the caseload
• Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed

• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize instruction time
• Conduct ongoing assessment, including data collection of student…