Special Education Teacher | Goodlettsville, Tennessee

Step into a rewarding role shaping brighter futures as a Special Education Teacher in an elementary life-skills classroom for K-4th grade students. The setting offers a supportive environment, including paraprofessional assistance, so you can focus on delivering transformative instruction. This contract position involves working with a caseload of approximately 15 students, with plans to split the group with another teacher—giving you the opportunity for focused, individualized attention for 7-8 students.

What You’ll Bring:

• Valid Special Education Teacher credentials
• 461 endorsement required
• Experience working with elementary-aged students, ideally in life-skills or special education settings
• Passion for fostering inclusive learning environments
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and families
• Ability to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapt curriculum to students’ needs

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging lessons to meet the diverse needs of K-4th grade students with life-skills goals
• Maintain accurate documentation for IEPs and progress tracking
• Utilize paraprofessional support in the classroom and partner with another special educator for optimal student-teacher ratios
• Collaborate effectively with general education teachers, administrators, and family members
• Implement behavioral strategies and classroom management techniques to create a safe, positive learning environment
• Adjust instructional strategies according to ongoing assessments and student progress

This opportunity allows you to make a direct and meaningful impact, working in a collaborative and well-resourced setting. If you are driven by a desire to empower young learners and have the credentialing and skills to succeed, we invite you to apply today and help students thrive!