Special Education Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year

Job Description

Job Description

We believe every learner deserves a safe place to grow. At New Story Schools, teams unite academics and therapeutic supports to help students ages 5–21 build skills for life. If collaboration, compassion, and data-informed practice drive you, join us. 

As a Special Education Teacher at New Story Schools, you will provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. You will create and adapt curriculum, prepare lessons and materials to meet student ability levels, and deliver direct instruction and support across a variety of classroom settings.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field

• Knowledge of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and goal implementation

• Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for diverse learning needs

• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills

• Flexible, positive, and collaborative approach to working with students and staff

What You’ll Do

• Plan and use instructional strategies, materials, and activities that meet student needs and learning styles

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and IEP requirements

• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop, monitor, and implement IEPs

• Implement behavioral strategies and support students using approved interventions

• Provide direction and support to classroom assistants and paraprofessional staff

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.