Special Education Teacher - Papillion, NE

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Job Description

School districts near Papillion, NE seek a dedicated professional to serve as a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time opportunity focuses on supporting high school students (grades 9-12), with a dynamic blend of resource and co-taught classrooms. The ideal candidate will bring passion, expertise, and attention to individualized student needs in a contract position within a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Valid certification in Special Education (or eligibility for Nebraska certification)
• Experience or strong familiarity with developing and writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Skilled in case-management, with the ability to coordinate and facilitate effective IEP meetings
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the SRS (Special Education Reporting System) platform for managing special education documentation
• Ability to adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs in both resource and co-taught settings
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with staff, students, and families
• Experience at the high school level is highly preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a typical caseload of high school students requiring special education services
• Write and maintain IEPs, ensuring compliance with district and state requirements
• Conduct and lead IEP meetings, collaborating with staff, families, and service providers
• Teach resource and some basic courses, with an emphasis on co-teaching alongside general education faculty
• Monitor, document, and report student progress and accommodations
• Employ effective instructional strategies to support academic and behavioral outcomes
• Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment

If youre passionate about empowering students and making a meaningful impact, your skills and commitment are needed for an engaging, purposeful academic year. Take the next step in your careerapply today to make a difference in high school special education!