Special Ed Teacher | Hyattsville, Maryland

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Job Description

This opportunity seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support elementary students in a highly inclusive environment within a Maryland public school setting. The position involves working primarily with kindergarten through second-grade students, providing both pull-out and push-in resource services tailored to individual learning needs. The role is contract-based, beginning ASAP and continuing through the end of the school year or until a permanent hire is secured.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized instruction across all elementary subjects to a caseload of approximately 18 students.
• Implement behavioral interventions, including familiarity with Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), to support students with behavioral challenges.
• Collaborate closely with paraeducators and other support staff, adapting to fluctuating staffing levels while maintaining a student-centered approach.
• Create and maintain inclusive classroom settings where students with diverse learning needs are supported through tailored strategies.
• Document student progress and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to develop individualized education programs (IEPs).

Qualifications and Experience:

• Maryland Special Education Certification (K5) required or actively in progress.
• Experience working with early elementary students (K2) preferred.
• Background in supporting students with behavioral needs and implementing BIPs strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage resource caseloads with a blend of pull-out and push-in instructional practices.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to effectively collaborate with educational staff and families.

Location: Elementary school in Hyattsville, MD
Job Type: Contract, full school year or until permanent hire
Hours: 7 paid hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch, schedule varies

This role offers the chance to impact young learners academic and social growth in a supportive educational community. Qualified candidates with the passion and skills to foster inclusive learning environments are encouraged to apply promptly.

Compensation for this position ranges from $19.00 to $57.00. 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.