2027-28 Special Education Teacher, Resource 2 - Washington Elementary (Certified)

Fremont Public Schools • Fremont, NE

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Fremont Public Schools is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher – Resource 2 at Washington Elementary, beginning in August 2027. The teacher provides and coordinates educational programming for students with disabilities, supporting their academic and social development. The role includes developing and implementing individual education plans and behavior support plans, modifying instruction and curriculum as needed, assessing student progress, maintaining records, communicating with families and staff, and supervising paraeducators. The position reports to the Director of Special Education.

A Nebraska Teaching Certificate with an appropriate Special Education endorsement is required. The position seeks training and teaching experience in regular and special education, particularly with students with mild-to-moderate intellectual disabilities. The job description lists a bachelor's or master's degree in education or special education as the education level.

The 2027–28 salary agreement has not been finalized. The posting provides the 2026–27 reference salary: $43,896 (BA, Step 1) plus a $9,000 certified annual flat salary stipend, for a total gross annual salary of $52,896. The role requires dependable in-person attendance and includes physical and sensory demands, including addressing students’ personal hygiene needs and working in classroom and school environments.

Requirements

• Nebraska Teaching Certificate with an appropriate endorsement in Special Education.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in education or special education.
• Training and teaching experience in regular and special education, with emphasis on mild-to-moderate intellectual disabilities desired.
• Knowledge of special education verification processes, instructional materials, methods for individualizing instruction, developmentally appropriate curriculum, behavior modification, and supports.
• Skill in assessment, evaluation, and documentation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of cognitive, behavioral, and physical disabilities.
• Effective conflict management, problem-solving, evaluation, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to operate a computer, A/V equipment, copy machines, telephone, and other required equipment.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying items 1–150 feet.
• Regular, dependable in-person attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Training and teaching experience in regular and special education, particularly with mild-to-moderate intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with education professionals to plan appropriate programming for students with disabilities and support their academic and social development.
• Meet and instruct assigned students at designated locations and times.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Develop and manage individual education plans in conjunction with the IEP team.
• Plan programs of study, adapt instruction to students’ individual needs, and modify curriculum when required.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to plan instructional goals, objectives, methods, activities, and program modifications.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, assistive communication devices, and other instructional materials, and suggest modifications as needed.
• Plan and supervise appropriate assignments for paraeducators.
• Implement student conduct and activity policies, establish classroom rules, and maintain order fairly.
• Supervise and participate in fire drills and other emergency preparedness programs.
• Follow policies, regulations, procedures, and expectations established by the Board and administration.
• Address students’ personal hygiene needs, including toileting and clothes changing.
• Assess student accomplishments regularly using varied assessment methods and provide required progress reports.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, absences, tardies, and other required information.
• Develop, write, and implement behavior support plans.
• Prepare records for students receiving services through the IEP process.
• Communicate and consult with students, parents, and professional staff about educational programs, IEP/MDT processes, and related matters.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Participate in professional growth through reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, inservices, or advanced coursework.
• Complete special projects and other assigned responsibilities and duties.

Benefits

• One-time salary advance opportunity to increase the August paycheck.
• 4 personal days.
• 9 sick days.
• 5 bereavement days.
• Civic leave and professional leave.
• FEA-managed certified staff Sick Leave Bank, offering up to 30 additional sick days to participants who meet requirements.
• Up to 4 FPS Activity Days from sick balance for teachers who are parents or guardians of an FPS student to attend FPS-sponsored activities for their child.
• NPERS state retirement membership.
• District-paid long-term disability.
• District-paid $10,000 individual life insurance policy.
• Quarterly and year-end perfect attendance bonus opportunities.
• New Teacher Mentorship Program.
• Group health insurance, with FPS contributing to member premiums.
• Group dental and vision insurance available.
• Voluntary life insurance available.
• 403(b).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Supplemental policies via Guardian.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Hospitalization insurance.

What This Job Offers

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