Special Education Teacher

Position Type

Student Support Services – Special Education / Special Education Teacher

12/17/2025

Peterborough Elementary School – Peterborough, NH

NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #1

CONTOOCOOK VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Special Education Teacher

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 a related discipline applicable to assignment
• Master’s degree in a 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
• Belief that students are best served when they are included with their peers to the greatest extent possible
• Understanding of the state curriculum standards as they apply to students with intellectual disabilities
• Understanding of IDEA, associated timelines and requirements, and use of the New Hampshire Special Education Information System (NHSEIS)
• 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 in academic skills, interpersonal skills, activities of daily living, and social‑emotional and behavioral skills by implementing district‑approved curriculum; documenting instruction and student progress; addressing student‑specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and giving feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

• Knowledge of special education principles, theories, testing, and methods, and proven methods of 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 action plan formulation
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to use computer network systems 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 for professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to meet timelines and deadlines, and to complete documentation related to the special education process accurately and thoroughly

• Conduct assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students to identify learning issues and recommend courses of action
• Case‑manage and facilitate the 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 district initiatives, goals, and objectives
• Serve as a resource to students and parents, providing special education support that promotes personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; serve as liaison between home and school
• 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
• Develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and translate them into learning experiences that utilize instructional time effectively
• Conduct ongoing assessment, including data collection of student learning
• Provide a range of purposefully and intentionally designed instructional practices in collaboration with classroom teachers, adapting instruction to meet the needs of special education students; provide modifications when necessary
• Conduct individual and small‑group instruction…