Special Education Teacher

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. Build daily connections with students through proactive outreach .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Special Education practices, including IEP creation, implementation, and service delivery, while effectively managing a caseload and collaborating with educators and families. Proficient in utilizing technology and tools for documentation and communication to enhance student engagement and academic progress.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Special EducationTeacher Certification3+ Years Of Special Education ExperienceProficiency In IEP Documentation SoftwareProficiency In Google Workspace

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Hard Skills

IEP CreationIEP ImplementationStudent Engagement MonitoringAcademic Progress TrackingCurriculum PersonalizationProctoring During TestingTime ManagementAttention To DetailRemote Team CollaborationTask Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsEffective CommunicationIndependent Work CapabilityImmediate ResponsivenessAbility To Handle Competing Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Mac OSGoogle WorkspaceLearning Management SystemsAsanaE-IEP ProEnrich

Certifications & Qualifications

Teacher CertificationAbility To Obtain State Certifications

Industry Keywords

Special EducationIEP MeetingsCompliance With State And Federal RequirementsOnline Teaching ExperienceProactive Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build daily connections with students through proactive outreach
Write, review, and maintain compliant IEPs reflecting student needs, progress, and goals
Personalize education and instruction using curriculum aligned with IEP goals
Monitor student engagement and academic progress and provide timely interventions and accommodations
Coordinate with teachers to implement accommodations and provide grading and meaningful feedback
Communicate with students and families daily via phone, text, chat, Zoom, and email
Prepare for, schedule, and chair IEP meetings
Deliver services and supports according to student IEPs
Manage a shifting caseload throughout the school year
Maintain detailed records meeting state and federal Special Education requirements
Collaborate with general education teachers, service providers, peers, and leaders
Participate in professional development, meetings, and training
Teach assigned curriculum through live instruction, feedback, interventions, and adapted materials
Support proctoring during testing windows, including occasional travel
Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education (required)
Teacher certification and an approved teacher preparation program (required)
Ability to obtain certifications in Arizona, Colorado, Washington, and other states as may be assigned (required)
Ability to pass required background checks (required)
3+ years of special education experience (preferred)
2+ years online teaching experience (preferred)
Proficiency in Mac OS, Google Workspace, learning management systems, and task tools such as Asana
Proficiency with software programs for IEP documentation, including e-IEP Pro, Enrich, or similar platforms (preferred)
Deep understanding of Special Education practices, including IEP creation, implementation, accommodations, and service delivery
Strong organizational skills, time management, attention to detail, and ability to handle competing priorities
Independent work capability paired with effective remote team collaboration
Willingness and ability to travel to assigned testing locations for proctoring
Private remote workspace with reliable high-speed internet supporting video and required tools
Ability to work at least 40 hours per week on a fixed schedule of 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Mountain Time
Immediate responsiveness throughout scheduled work hours
Ability to avoid concurrent work during scheduled hours and obtain written approval for outside employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision employee coverage for as little as $1 each per month
Personal paid time off in addition to major holidays
Short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D insurance 100% paid by the employer
401(k) with employer contributing a dollar-for-dollar match of employee contributions up to 6% of employee earnings
Remote work from a private, professional, distraction-free workspace
Professional development, meetings, and training