Special Education Teacher in Cottage Grove, OR

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Job Description

Bring your passion for helping elementary-aged learners thrive in a supportive educational setting. This contract position focuses on delivering quality special education services to a diverse caseload of 32 students with mild to moderate disabilities. You'll work alongside paraprofessional staff, collaborating to create an inclusive and encouraging environment for students who may be in a specialized classroom for most of the day or receive services as needed. The assignment runs through the end of the current school year, with the potential for renewal.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Oregon Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement
• Prior experience teaching elementary-age students with mild to moderate disabilities preferred
• Strong ability to differentiate instruction to meet various needs
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Willingness to collaborate with paraprofessionals, families, and school teams

Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized and small-group instruction aligned with students IEP goals
• Develop lesson plans tailored to students' abilities and needs
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate documentation
• Collaborate with general education staff and support personnel to ensure effective student inclusion
• Foster a positive, safe, and engaging classroom climate
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student evaluations
• Adapt teaching strategies and materials to support learning and independence

What You Can Expect:

• Contracted schedule of 37.5 hours per week through the school year, with possibility of extension
• Supportive network of paraprofessionals in the classroom
• Opportunity to work with a welcoming school community near Cottage Grove, easily commutable from Eugene, Lowell, and Corvallis

If youre motivated to make a difference for students with special needs, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to grow professionally while impacting young lives. Submit your application today and take the next step toward shaping an inclusive educational experience!