2027/28 Special Education Teacher, Resource 3 - High School (Certified)

Fremont Public Schools•Fremont, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Fremont Public Schools is hiring a Special Education Teacher (Resource 3) at Fremont High School. The teacher collaborates with other professionals to provide appropriate programming that supports students with disabilities in their academic and social development, including pre-vocational skills. The role develops and implements individualized education plans, alternative curricula, behavior support plans, and assessments tailored to students’ needs, particularly students with moderate-severe/profound disabilities. The teacher works with students, families, IEP teams, colleagues, administrators, and district specialists; maintains student and service records; supports classroom conduct and emergency preparedness; and plans and supervises teacher assistants. The position requires regular, dependable in-person attendance and includes addressing students’ personal hygiene needs. The primary work setting is a heated or air-conditioned classroom, with work occurring both indoors and outdoors. The role reports to the Director of Special Education. The stated 2027–28 compensation is based on a negotiated agreement that has not yet been finalized. The posting provides 2026–27 figures for reference: $43,896 base salary at BA Step 1 plus a $9,000 certified annual flat salary stipend, for a total gross annual salary of $52,896. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Requirements

Nebraska Teaching Certificate with an appropriate Special Education endorsement.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Education or Special Education.
Knowledge of Rule 51 guidelines for IEP development and provision of special education services.
Knowledge of instructional techniques and materials, methods for individualizing instruction, and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Knowledge of behavior modification and management.
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, audiovisual equipment, copy machines, telephone, and other required equipment.
Ability to meet the physical requirements specified in the job description, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying items 1–150 feet.
Ability to perform frequent fingering and grasping tasks.
Regular, dependable in-person attendance.

Nice To Haves

Training and teaching experience in regular and special education, with emphasis on Intellectual Disabilities, Moderate-Severe/Profound disabilities, Multiple Disabilities, Autism, and Behavior Disorders.

Responsibilities

Collaborate and plan with other professionals to provide appropriate programming supporting students’ academic and social development.
Develop and implement appropriate pre-vocational skills activities.
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 and implement alternative curricula suited to the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students with moderate-severe/profound disabilities.
Assist in verifying student disabilities and seek assistance from district specialists as 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 recommend modifications as needed.
Plan and supervise appropriate assignments for teacher assistants.
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 a variety of assessment methods and provide progress reports as required.
Maintain accurate and complete attendance and other required student records.
Develop, write, and implement behavior support plans.
Prepare records for individual students receiving services through the IEP process.
Communicate and consult with students, parents, and professional staff regarding educational programs and IEP/MDT processes.
Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Participate in ongoing professional growth activities.
Complete special projects and perform other assigned responsibilities and miscellaneous 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 eligible participants.
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.