Special Education Teacher | Stevensville, Maryland

A rewarding opportunity awaits an experienced Special Education Teacher in the elementary setting, serving students in the Stevensville and Centreville, MD areas as well as surrounding communities. This full-time contract role will span the upcoming school year, from August 17, 2026, to June 18, 2027. You’ll support a self-contained classroom, utilizing proven interventions and working collaboratively to address diverse student needs.

Key qualifications:

• Active Maryland Special Education Certification
• Experience teaching in an elementary special education classroom, preferably self-contained
• Familiarity with interventions such as Read 180, iSPIRE, Bridges Program, and Orton-Gillingham approaches
• Ability to adapt instructional strategies for varied learning profiles, including students with dyslexia or learning differences
• Strong IEP development, progress monitoring, and documentation skills
• Effective communication with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized and small group instruction to elementary students within a self-contained setting
• Implement interventions (e.g., Read 180, iSPIRE, Bridges, Orton-Gillingham) as determined by student need and IEP goals
• Develop, implement, and update IEPs; participate in meetings (usually held on Tuesdays, subject to change)
• Collaborate with general education staff, specialists, and parents to maximize student progress
• Manage classroom routines, behavior interventions, and data collection
• Maintain a flexible approach with variable start and end times between 7:30 AM and 3:45 PM (Monday through Friday, 32 hours/week, 7 hours/day with a 30-minute unpaid lunch)

This contract offers a dynamic work environment where your skills make a real difference for elementary learners who need your expertise. If you are passionate about inclusive education and ready for a new challenge, apply today to inspire success in the lives of your students.

Compensation for this position ranges from $29.01 to $49.01. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.