Special Education Teacher → Education Stipend

Overview

Job Category
:
Educator

Requisition Number
: SPECI
012086

Location:

On-site, Full-Time

Posted:
January 20, 2026

Starting Salary: 70,306 – 75,000 USD per year based on experience, plus 2,000 USD Annual Education Stipend.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers potential for personal and professional growth.

If you are passionate about empowering students with diverse learning needs, thrive in a collaborative environment, and bring creativity, patience, a solution-focused mindset, a sense of humor, and unwavering commitment to student growth, we should talk.

As a Special Education Teacher, you will lead the instructional process for students in Grades K-12 with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing dynamic and personalized learning experiences within the learning center and/or classroom. You will deliver targeted instruction, utilize curriculum resources, integrate educational software, and create comprehensive lesson plans and schedules aligned to state and school standards.

• Create an inclusive, collaborative environment involving students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
• Establish a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations, emphasizing social development and positive group interactions by modeling PBIS.
• Implement and reinforce school-wide and classroom PBIS strategies, expectations, reward systems, and consequences.
• Track and document student progress, maintain accurate files, and generate reports on achievements and activities.
• Deliver differentiated instruction individually or in a co-teaching setting to meet IEP goals.
• Adapt curricular content and instructional approaches for diverse learning styles; guide staff on differentiation methods.
• Use varied instructional methods, resources, and software to support diverse student needs.
• Manage student caseloads, including developing and implementing IEPs, goals, and interventions.
• Prepare detailed daily lesson plans and organize instructional materials aligned to standards and student objectives.
• Maintain an organized, safe, welcoming classroom and manage supplies and resources.
• Stay informed on current research-based practices in special education to enhance effectiveness.
• Respond to feedback from evaluations and observations and pursue ongoing professional growth.
• Support the school community by performing additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education, or related field.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid state teaching credential.
• Licensed for education specialist or special education instruction credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain crisis management certification.
• Experience with curriculum development, differentiation, and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education, or behavioral health setting.
• Experience and knowledge in special education services and compliance for students with learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, autism, and related disabilities.
• Experience with students who have IEPs.
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for diverse learners.
• Ability to motivate students and engage in constructive conversations toward realistic goals.
• Strong oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to think quickly and calmly in emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Knowledge of technology including instructional tech, Microsoft Office, database entry, and basic office equipment.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Annual Education Stipend - 2,000
• Free Telehealth and Virtual Counseling
• Free Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Legal Services Insurance
• Pet Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off and holiday schedule aligned to school hours
• Extensive personal and life event paid leave
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Perks at Work employee discount program
• Opportunities for Growth and Development

If you are ready to start making lasting impacts on students’ lives, join us to empower students to overcome challenges and unlock their full potential.

• Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
• Student Development
• Developmental Disabilities
• Autism
• Performance Motivation
• Student Engagement
• Decision Making
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.