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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.
$78,088 / year median in Washington
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Posting Period:
Open until Filled ; Interested and qualified internal certificated staff (within the REA bargaining group) must apply within 5 working days of the job being posted (Posting Date:
7/24/2026) To view the full job posting, see attached pdf or view here Employment with Ridgefield School District is conditional on: An approved criminal background clearance through OSPI, Washington State Patrol, and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation Drug/Alcohol screening Completion of an Employment Eligibility Verification form (USCIS Form I-9) presenting proof of identity and employment authorization status Completion of all district-required training within sixty (60) calendar days from hire date Continued employment expectations include: compliance with all District policies and procedures, Code of Professional Conduct, and all applicable state and federal laws; maintaining consistent presence at assigned worksite, regular work hours, punctuality, and regular attendance; maintaining any certifications that were required upon hiring; completing annual required training in accordance with District requirements; and obtaining or maintaining a CPR and First Aid Card, if required.Nondiscrimination Statement:
The Ridgefield School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the requirements of the ADA. The Ridgefield School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Luke LeCount, Executive Director of Employee Services, Civil Rights Compliance/Title IX/HIB (360) 619-1367;luke.lecount@ridgefieldsd.org, Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Kalin Heath, Assistant Director of Employee Services, 510 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield, WA, 98642;(360)619-1314;Kalin.Heath@ridgefieldsd.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Curtis McConnell, Special Education Services Director, 510 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield, WA, 98642;(360)619-1348;Curtis.
McConnell@ridgefieldsd.org Individuals with disabilities who require assistance or special arrangements to attend a program or activity sponsored by the Ridgefield School District should contact the ADA Coordinator 24 hours in advance of the event to inquire about reasonable accommodation. Deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, and/or speech impaired individuals may access Washington Relay Services by calling 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.