2026-2027 Special Education Teacher for The Constellations Program

Crescent City Schools•New Orleans, LA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Crescent City Schools is seeking a full-time (10-month) Special Education Teacher experienced in working with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other related disabilities to provide an individualized, supportive learning environment. This role involves adapting lesson plans, implementing evidence-based instructional strategies, and working closely with other educators, specialists, and families to meet the unique needs of each student. The Constellations Program’s special education teacher will report to the Director of The Constellations Program. Our Special Education Teachers impact students’ lives by: Developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with exceptionalities, in collaboration with other team members. Creating and modifying lesson plans to accommodate the learning needs of students, including social, communication, and behavioral goals. Providing direct instruction in academic subjects such as math, reading, and writing, using specialized techniques tailored to the students' learning styles. Using visual aids, assistive technology, sensory tools, and other strategies to engage students and support learning. Providing individualized support for students who exhibit challenging behaviors, using behavior modification techniques and data tracking. Monitoring and documenting students' progress in social, emotional, and behavioral development. Working closely with parents, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, counselors and other specialists to ensure the holistic development of students. Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and IEP meetings to develop and review students' plans and progress. Using formal and informal assessments to measure student progress toward IEP goals and adjusting instructional strategies based on assessment results to ensure continuous student improvement. Maintaining a structured, organized, and supportive classroom environment with clearly established routines and expectations to reduce anxiety and promote a safe learning space for students with ASD. Attending training, workshops, and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in autism, intellectual disabilities, and special education.

Requirements

Are willing to be a founding team member for a school dedicated to children with extensive support needs
Believe in the mission and values of Crescent City Schools
Have an outstanding record of leading academic achievement
Have a BA or BS Degree
Possess Louisiana Teacher Certification in Special Education (or equivalent certification in another state) or are currently enrolled in a Alternative Teaching certification program.
Can demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues, parents, families, and community members.
Are committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
Have a track record of being a team player and community-minded.
Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, kneel, crouch, bend, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds
Must be physically able to perform Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and techniques and react and intervene quickly during crisis situations, such as but not limited to the following circumstances: student elopement, physical altercations involving students, or any situation that requires physical intervention to maintain student safety

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with exceptionalities, in collaboration with other team members.
Creating and modifying lesson plans to accommodate the learning needs of students, including social, communication, and behavioral goals.
Providing direct instruction in academic subjects such as math, reading, and writing, using specialized techniques tailored to the students' learning styles.
Using visual aids, assistive technology, sensory tools, and other strategies to engage students and support learning.
Providing individualized support for students who exhibit challenging behaviors, using behavior modification techniques and data tracking.
Monitoring and documenting students' progress in social, emotional, and behavioral development.
Working closely with parents, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, counselors and other specialists to ensure the holistic development of students.
Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and IEP meetings to develop and review students' plans and progress.
Using formal and informal assessments to measure student progress toward IEP goals and adjusting instructional strategies based on assessment results to ensure continuous student improvement.
Maintaining a structured, organized, and supportive classroom environment with clearly established routines and expectations to reduce anxiety and promote a safe learning space for students with ASD.
Attending training, workshops, and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in autism, intellectual disabilities, and special education.