Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

At The Learning Spectrum, we believe every child can grow with the right support. Our teams collaborate across ABA and therapies to build communication, social skills, and confidence—at school and beyond. If you’re mission-driven, team-oriented, and growth-minded, you’ll feel at home here.

As a Special Education Teacher at The Learning Spectrum (TLS), you will provide individualized instruction and support for students with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities. You will design lessons that build academic, social, and life skills through evidence-based strategies and positive behavior supports. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll create a structured, compassionate learning environment where every student can achieve their fullest potential.

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree required

Flexible, positive attitude toward students with disabilities

Competency with a variety of instructional strategies for individualized learning and behavioral interventions

Knowledge of research-based interventions for students with autism spectrum disorder, including structured teaching, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and relationship-based interventions

Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

What You’ll Do

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

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with The Learning Spectrum’s curriculum and IEP requirements

Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to develop and implement IEP goals

Support students in building study habits, learning strategies, and self-regulation skills

Evaluate and modify educational and behavioral interventions using data and team input

Create a classroom environment that supports academic progress, social growth, and emotional well-being

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

The Learning Spectrum 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 talent@newstory.com.