Special Education Teacher in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Make an impact where it’s needed most by supporting students with diverse needs in a dedicated, collaborative environment. Seeking passionate Special Education professionals to work in a contract position during the 2026-2027 academic year, starting August 24th and concluding June 7th. This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) serves one school building and offers the opportunity to enrich students’ lives in either a classroom for multiple disabilities (MD) or in an emotional disabilities (ED) classroom.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid licensure as a Special Education Teacher
• Experience with MD classrooms: skilled in working with students who are non-verbal, have autism, or physical impairments
• For ED role, background in social-emotional instruction, managing BIPs, and crisis intervention preferred
• Comfortable with caseloads of 9-12 students (MD) or 10-15 students (ED)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team
• Strong commitment to individualized instruction and positive behavioral supports

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and implement IEP-driven lessons tailored to student goals
• Foster inclusive, supportive classroom environments with appropriate accommodations
• Utilize communication devices, adaptive tools, and differentiated strategies as needed
• Conduct assessments and maintain accurate documentation of student progress
• Collaborate with therapists, aides, and families to optimize student success
• Implement BIPs, support de-escalation strategies, and provide social-emotional learning experiences
• Participate in professional development and staff meetings

This contract offers a stable, rewarding assignment in a welcoming school community for the full academic year.

If you’re dedicated to empowering every learner and ready to take your Special Education expertise to the next level, apply today to make a lasting difference for these students. Your patience with the scheduling process is appreciated during the district’s break. Take the next step in your career and help students reach their potential!