Special Education Teacher - Cleveland, OH

Step into a dynamic teaching opportunity supporting students with complex needs in a self-contained classroom environment! This contract position is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of middle and high school students who present with severe behavioral and mental health challenges. The classroom blends experienced education with social-emotional programming, offering a supportive and collaborative team structure.

You’ll be part of a carefully coordinated setting, collaborating closely with another educational professional focused on social-emotional growth. In addition, paraprofessionals float in and out, providing flexible, individualized support as dictated by student IEPs, including 1:1 attention where needed.

Key Qualifications:

• Current Special Education Teacher certification
• Previous experience with students who have intensive behavioral and mental health needs
• Comfort working in a blended middle and high school class
• Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation
• Skillful in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Paraeducators and allied staff
• Commitment to full-time on-site schedule (Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver individualized instruction in a self-contained setting
• Collaborate daily with a team member focused on social-emotional learning and skill-building
• Adjust teaching strategies to support both academic and behavioral growth
• Engage with paraprofessionals to maximize support based on student IEP requirements
• Monitor, document, and communicate student progress and needs
• Create an inclusive, compassionate environment that encourages each student's strengths
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings

Take the lead in transforming lives through meaningful education and support. If you are dedicated to empowering students and eager to be part of a specialized, supportive teaching community, submit your application today!