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Certified - Special Education Teacher - Tara Heights Elementary
Job Description
Certified
- Special Education Teacher
- Tara Heights Elementary
Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Tara Heights Elementary - Papillion, Nebraska This job is also posted in Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5920294
Application Deadline:
Sep 13, 2026 1:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Special Education Elementary Teacher
- Tara Heights
- 2026-27 School Year
- To Begin Immediately
Description:
The Special Education Instructor is responsible for providing instructional programs for students with disabilities, supporting them in developing the skills needed to successfully transition to the next phase of life. This role includes coordinating the development of an IEPs for each student assigned. Creates a positive supervising relationship with paraprofessionals and communicates the daily expectations for the students programming. In this role, you will foster positive relationships with students, families, community members, and colleagues while maintaining professionalism.
Additionally, you will remain current in your field through ongoing professional growth and collaboration, communicate regularly with parents and staff, and contribute to building
- and district-level meetings.
Dependable attendance, supervisory responsibilities, and other assigned duties are also key components of this position.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Special Education
Certification:
Holds or is eligible for a Nebraska Teacher's Certificate
Experience:
Successful completion of student teaching
District Benefits:
Competitive pay that reflects both your education and years of experience
100% paid Single Health/Dental or 93% paid for all other plans (PPO or HDHP)
Vision and Life Insurance option plans
Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System Employee Assistance Programs
Sick and Personal Leave School Choice Benefits You can learn more about Papillion La Vista Community Schools on our district website: https://www.plcschools.org/
or follow us on any of our social media platforms.
Application Procedure:
If you are currently employed as a certificated teacher with Papillion La Vista Community Schools, you are asked to submit an online Internal Application to indicate your interest in this specific position.
If you are currently employed by Papillion La Vista Community Schools as a classified employee or a substitute teacher, you are asked to submit an External Application for with the district so that we will have the additional information needed to accurately evaluate your qualifications for this position.
If you have any questions please contact Human Resource at AskHR@plcschools.org or 402-537-6213.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
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What they do
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