Special Education Teacher

Job Title:

Special Education Teacher

Plainfield Community Middle School

Mild Interventions

Director of Special Education / Principal

Plainfield Community Middle School is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Special Education Teacher to support students with diverse learning, emotional, and developmental needs. In this role, you will manage a caseload of students requiring individualized academic and social-emotional support, balancing differentiated instruction with positive behavioral interventions to help them achieve their full potential in the least restrictive environment.

• Plan, differentiate, and deliver individualized academic lessons adapted to meet various learning styles and student needs.
• Develop, implement, and track Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), setting measurable goals and leading annual review meetings.
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom culture by implementing accommodation plans, behavior interventions, and supportive de-escalation strategies.
• Regularly assess student progress, collect data on academic and behavioral goals, and use insights to drive instructional changes.
• Partner closely with general education teachers, parents, administrators, and specialized support staff (social workers, speech therapists, etc.) to ensure holistic student success.

• Valid teaching license in Special Education.
• Experience working with students with a range of learning disabilities, developmental delays, or mild behavioral needs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze data to inform instruction and IEP development.

• Competitive salary & full benefits package.
• Manageable caseload sizes with dedicated paraprofessional support where applicable.
• Robust, ongoing professional development in instructional differentiation, legal compliance, and positive behavior strategies.