Special Education Teacher

Sheppard Pratt Careers • Lanham, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Sheppard Pratt School in Lanham is a nonpublic special education day school providing educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students ages 5 to 21. Our tailored programs cater to individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, and other health impairments, ensuring each student receives the support they need to thrive. Every aspect of our school is carefully crafted to meet the unique needs of our students. From the moment students enter our doors, they are greeted by the warm smiles of our dedicated staff and surrounded by sensory-engaging elements like bubble tables and 50-gallon fish tank. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated special education teacher. You will be responsible for providing specialized instruction, support, and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Must have an MSDE educator license in special education, or other content area as appropriate for the assignment, OR be able to demonstrate eligibility to apply for licensure within 30 days of employment.
• 3 months of progressively more responsible work experience.

Responsibilities

• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported in their academic and social-emotional development.
• Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEP) for students with disabilities, in collaboration with parents, school administrators, and support staff.
• Planning and implementing evidence-based instruction that meets the developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs and learning styles of the various student populations.
• Differentiating instruction to meet unique academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
• Collaborating with the behavioral and clinical teams to develop and implement plans for students with behavioral needs.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and education
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Comprehensive retirement benefits
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Generous paid-time-off
• Flexible scheduling
• Complimentary employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

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