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ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education

Special Education Teacher. Job in Gretna Gr8Jobs

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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$66,012 / year median in Nebraska

+7% projected growth

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ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support children and young adults with behavioral and learning challenges. In this role, you will design and implement IEP-driven instruction, adapt curriculum, and use evidence-based strategies to improve academic, social, and life outcomes. Collaborating with behavior analysts, therapists, families, and school teams, you will collect and analyze student data, manage classroom behavior, and create inclusive, trauma informed learning environments. ChanceLight offers a compassionate, mission-driven culture, strong training, and growth opportunities in specialized education and behavioral health. Responsibilities Design and deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals Adapt curriculum and materials for diverse learning and behavioral needs Implement evidence-based instructional and behavioral interventions Collect, track, and analyze student progress data Collaborate with behavior analysts, therapists, and school teams Engage and communicate regularly with families and caregivers Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, trauma-informed classroom environment Manage classroom behavior using positive behavior supports Participate in IEP meetings and prepare required documentation Engage in ongoing professional development and team collaboration Required Skills Special education instruction Individualized Education Program (IEP) implementation Classroom and behavior management Curriculum adaptation and differentiation Data collection and progress monitoring Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) fundamentals Trauma-informed and inclusive practices Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams Parent and caregiver communication Education documentation and reporting