Special Education Teacher
Job in
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, USA
Listed on 2026-08-26
Listing for:
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-26
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Chance Light Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education seeks a Special Education Teacher to support children and young adults with behavioral and learning challenges. In this role, you will design and deliver individualized and small-group instruction, develop and manage IEPs, and collaborate closely with therapists and behavior specialists to implement evidence-based interventions. You will monitor progress, adjust supports, and communicate regularly with families and districts.
Chance Light offers a compassionate, mission-driven culture, interdisciplinary teamwork, professional growth, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized and small-group instruction to K-12 students with special needs using evidence-based practices
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in collaboration with families and school teams
- Assess student academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs and track progress toward goals
- Collaborate daily with therapists, behavior analysts, and support staff to coordinate care
- Implement behavior intervention plans and use positive behavior support strategies
- Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with special education regulations
- Communicate regularly with parents, caregivers, and district partners on student progress
- Participate in team meetings, professional development, and training on specialized interventions
- Adapt curriculum, materials, and classroom environment to diverse learning and behavioral needs
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed learning environment aligned with organizational values
Required Skills
- Special education instruction
- IEP development and case management
- Behavior intervention implementation
- Progress monitoring and data collection
- Classroom and behavior management
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Parent and caregiver communication
- Differentiated instruction and accommodations
- Knowledge of IDEA and special education compliance
- Trauma-informed and student-centered practices
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