Special Education Teacher

Job Title:

Special Education Teacher

$55-60/hour

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a contract position with a school district in Olympia, Washington , for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an in-person position beginning September 3, 2026.

We are a women- and therapist-founded company working to elevate the employment experience for school-based professionals. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

• Location:
  
  Olympia, WA

• Position:
  Special Education Teacher

• Setting:
  In-person, school-based position

• Start Date:
  
  September 3, 2026

• End Date:
  June 10, 2027

• School Year: 2026–2027

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

• Provide specially designed instruction based on students’ individual learning needs

• Create measurable academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional goals

• Adapt curriculum, instruction, and classroom materials to support student access and participation

• Use differentiated and evidence-based teaching strategies

• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and guide instruction

• Complete evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and other required records

• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and multidisciplinary team planning

• Collaborate with general education teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers

• Support students in developing academic, communication, social, behavioral, and independent-living skills

• Implement behavior support plans and positive classroom-management strategies as appropriate

• Maintain a safe, structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Ensure services comply with state, federal, and district requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with an appropriate Special Education endorsement, or eligibility to obtain one

• Must have current fingerprints on file with OSPI or be willing to complete the fingerprinting process

• Previous special education or school-based teaching experience preferred

• Knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, differentiated instruction, and positive behavior supports

• Strong communication, documentation, organization, and collaboration skills

• Paid Sick Leave

• Healthcare Benefits*

• 401(k) with company matching*

• Reimbursement for licensure, continuing education, and professional development

• W-2 employee status with liability insurance coverage

• Referral bonuses

• No non-compete clause

* Healthcare benefits are available for employees working 0.8 FTE or higher after a short waiting period. Additional eligibility requirements may apply.

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of professionals who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states.

You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for professionals who are newer to school-based settings, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

• Equity & Inclusion

• Community Engagement

• Environmental Sustainability