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Special Education Teacher - Effingham, SC
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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.
$70,130 / year median in South Carolina
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Category Schools - Special Education Teacher Job Type Contract Make a meaningful difference by helping students with severe disabilities reach their highest potential in a supportive educational environment. An immediate opportunity is available for a Special Education Teacher specializing in severe disabilities to serve in a self-contained classroom. Your expertise will change lives as you deliver individualized support, collaborate with a dedicated team, and create a nurturing and structured setting for students who truly need a champion. Qualifications and Experience Valid South Carolina Special Education certification Experience or strong interest working with students with severe disabilities Knowledge of IEP development and implementation Strong communication and collaboration skills Ability to adapt instruction and classroom environment for diverse learners Commitment to maintaining a safe, positive, and structured classroom setting Experience supporting life skills and functional academics is a plus Key Responsibilities Deliver specialized instruction that aligns with students' IEPs in a self-contained classroom Design, adapt, and implement curriculum for students with severe disabilities Monitor, document, and communicate student progress toward IEP goals Foster the academic, functional, behavioral, and life-skills development of each student Collaborate with general education and special education staff, administrators, and related service providers Engage in IEP meetings, actively contribute to plan development, and ensure consistent follow-through Maintain clear, positive communication with families and other stakeholders This contract position is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise where it matters most. If you are passionate about helping students with severe disabilities achieve their educational goals in a supportive, structured classroom, your skills and dedication belong here. Apply today to make an impact and shape brighter futures. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled