Certified Elementary Special Education Teacher

Access Group • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

ACCESS Group Inc. is seeking a passionate, creative, and dedicated Elementary Special Education Teacher to help students with learning differences and disabilities learn, grow, and reach their potential. Lower adult-to-child ratios support individualized instruction, meaningful relationships, and recognition of student progress in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The teacher creates an engaging, structured, and supportive learning environment that meets students’ individual needs and helps them achieve their goals. The role works collaboratively with a classroom teaching assistant, therapists, families, and other professionals to support students’ academic, social, and developmental success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret student assessments and use data to inform instruction.
• A genuine commitment to helping students with diverse learning needs succeed.

Nice To Haves

• Arkansas teaching certification in Special Education (preferred).
• Experience teaching elementary-aged students with learning differences or disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver creative, multisensory instruction tailored to students’ individual learning needs.
• Use student assessments and performance data to guide instruction and measure growth.
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with a classroom teaching assistant.
• Partner with therapists, families, and other professionals to support each student’s academic, social, and developmental success.
• Create a positive, organized, and visually supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain regular, professional communication with parents and caregivers.
• Incorporate technology and innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement.

Benefits

• 19 days of paid time off (PTO).
• 14 paid holidays.
• Paid summer teacher vacation package.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunities to grow professionally and make a lasting impact.
• UALR tuition discount available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level