2026-2027-Special Education Teacher/Case Manager (Grades 9-12
Listed on 2026-08-11
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Education / Teaching
High School, Special Education Teacher
Location: Newport
– Special Education Teacher / Case Manager (Grades 9-12)
School:
Newport High School, Newport, New Hampshire
Job
Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jul 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 24, 2026
We are looking for a forward‑thinking Special Education Teacher & Case Manager who is passionate about preparing young adults for life beyond high school. In this role, you are not just a teacher; you are a transition specialist and an advocate. You will balance specialized academic instruction with the management of legal compliance, focusing on helping students achieve their post‑secondary goals—whether that is college, vocational training, or independent living.
Salary:
Per NTA Agreement
- Specialized Instruction:
Teach in a resource room setting in core content areas (English, Math, Transition Skills, Executive Functioning, etc.). - Self‑Advocacy
Coaching:
Empower students to understand their own disabilities and learn how to request accommodations in real‑world settings. - Credit Tracking:
Monitor student progress toward graduation requirements and modify curriculum as dictated by IEPs without compromising academic integrity.
- Transition Services:
Develop robust Transition Plans for students aged 14+ (or state‑specific age), focusing on post‑secondary education, employment, and independent living. - IEP Compliance:
Lead the development of annual IEPs and triennial re‑evaluations, ensuring all documentation meets federal and state IDEA standards. - Inter‑Agency
Collaboration:
Coordinate with outside agencies (e.g., Vocational Rehab, Department of Developmental Services) to ensure a "warm handoff" after graduation. - Advocacy & Leadership:
Serve as the bridge between general education teachers, parents, and administration to ensure all accommodations are implemented with fidelity in a departmentalized high school setting.
- Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education (Master’s in SPED or Transition Services preferred). - Certification:
Valid State Professional Educator License (PEL) with High School Special Education Endorsement (Secondary). - Compliance Expertise:
Deep understanding of the transition components of the IEP and secondary graduation pathways. - Communication:
Ability to communicate effectively with teenagers, parents, and community partners.
- Transition Focus:
Help students find their first jobs and apply for colleges—seeing the immediate impact of your work. - Professional
Schedule:
Follow the secondary school calendar with competitive salary and benefits. - Caseload Support:
Dedicated case management periods provided daily.
Position Type: Full‑time
Job CategoriesSpecial Education >
General Special Education
- Bachelor degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
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