Exceptional Education Teacher, 3rd Grade (2026-27 School Year)

Martha Obryan Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In accordance with the Explore! Community School mission and values, Exceptional Education Teachers are instrumental in leading students to phenomenal achievements and the creation of beautiful work, as well as being integral partners in the growth of the school. We are seeking a diverse team of smart, passionate, and driven educators who believe that all students can learn at the highest level. We look for teachers who are genuinely warm and kind, thrive in an entrepreneurial culture, care about having fun at work, have a track record of high performance, and are committed to high-quality, progressive instruction.

Requirements

Highly effective communication and collaboration skills with all stakeholders
Commitment to high academic achievement and to education of the whole child
Prior experience teaching students with disabilities in a school setting
Demonstrate strong classroom and time management skills
Proven ability to work as a member of a team with a commitment to his/her own learning
Experience designing and implementing differentiated lessons in all subject areas
Bachelor’s degree required
Holds or is eligible to secure a valid TN State teacher certification

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Additional skills that enhance students’ academic experience (e.g. multi-lingual, musician, etc.) highly sought

Responsibilities

Create a positive, supportive classroom culture that promotes joy, self-discipline and Explore!’s core values
Support and collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure school-wide success
Develop and implement student-specific and fully compliant IEPs that lead students to rigorous and meaningful goals
Maintain accurate and complete cumulative records for students on your caseload, as prescribed by IDEA, MNPS and the Tennessee Department of Education
Collaborate with parents, school staff, and service providers to improve student outcomes, develop solutions, and plan curriculum
Coordinate referral and assessment procedures and facilitate IEP team meetings
Provide individualized and small group instruction and interventions in the General Education (or Resource Room) settings as determined by IEPs
Provide accommodations and/or modifications as determined by IEPs
Maintain close relationships with families, including phone calls and virtual/in-person conferences
Develop and implement functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
Respond to crisis situations, as needed, utilizing CPI strategies of de-escalation