Travel Special Education Teacher Job

TLC Healthforce • Federal Way, WA

4d

About The Position

Step into a transformative role as a Special Education Teacher in Federal Way, Washington, where your expertise becomes the catalyst for every learner’s growth and confidence. This specialty-focused travel assignment invites you to design, implement, and refine impactful instructional approaches for students with diverse learning needs. Imagine classrooms where individualized goals meet collaborative planning, where IEPs translate into concrete, measurable progress, and where your commitment to inclusive education is mirrored by the support you receive from a team of administrators, therapists, and families. As you prepare to embark on this journey, you’ll discover that your work not only elevates student achievement but also expands your own professional horizon, sharpening your skills in assessment, intervention planning, data-driven decision making, and culturally responsive teaching. Washington State’s natural splendor becomes the backdrop for your daily impact: from the sparkling waters of Puget Sound to the evergreen landscapes that cradle the Cascade foothills, the environment invites balance, reflection, and renewed energy for your mission in the classroom. And while you’ll be rooted in Federal Way, the opportunity to gain experience across varied locations in the U.S. can broaden your perspective, allowing you to bring best practices from diverse school communities back to your own practice. The result is a rewarding, purpose-driven career path that aligns deeply with your dedication to students who learn differently and require thoughtful, adaptive supports. Location Benefits: Operating out of Federal Way places you in a thriving, family-friendly community just a short drive from Seattle’s cultural opportunities, parks, and shoreline activities. Federal Way schools value collaboration, innovative instructional strategies, and responsive services that empower students to participate meaningfully in inclusive settings. You’ll enjoy access to a broad network of educational professionals, including general educators, special education specialists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and behavior specialists, all united by a common goal: helping every student reach their personal best. Living in this area offers a balanced lifestyle with a reasonable cost of living, excellent recreational options, and a front-row seat to the educational landscape of one of the Pacific Northwest’s most dynamic regions. For those who crave variety, the role may involve placements in other locations across the United States, offering you the chance to experience different school cultures, communities, and instructional environments while maintaining a strong support system through the traveling program. Throughout your assignment, you’ll benefit from 24/7 support from the company, ensuring you’re never navigating a challenge alone, whether you’re adjusting to a new school, coordinating with families, or implementing complex IEP-driven plans. The positive, student-centered culture you’ll join prioritizes professional development, mentorship, and career advancement—an environment where your expertise as a Special Education Teacher is respected, expanded, and celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Assess student needs and collaborate to develop, implement, and monitor individualized education programs (IEPs) that reflect each learner’s strengths, interests, and goals.
• Design and deliver inclusive instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications that enable access to grade-level content while honoring diverse ways of learning.
• Utilize data-driven progress monitoring, adapting instructional methods based on ongoing assessment results and family input.
• Partner with general education teachers, related services staff, administrators, families, and local specialists to ensure coordinated supports across settings.
• Manage classroom routines, behavior support plans, and positive behavior interventions to foster safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environments.
• Provide ongoing professional development for school teams, model effective instructional practices, and contribute to school-wide inclusion initiatives.
• Lead or actively participate in IEP meetings, contributing insight on eligibility, goals, progress, and transition planning where appropriate.
• Engage in reflective practice and pursue ongoing growth within the specialty area, including evidence-based interventions and emerging assistive technologies.
• Participate in a robust support network available 24/7 while traveling with the company, ensuring access to resources, crisis management guidance, and timely problem-solving.
• Seek extension opportunities where available, maintaining open communication about placement duration and opportunities for continued service.

Benefits

• Housing assistance provided to ease transition and support you in settling into new communities with comfort and safety.
• Comprehensive travel support, including orientation to each placement site, access to local resources, and 24/7 assistance from our dedicated travel support team.
• A clear pathway for professional growth within the specialty, with opportunities to expand your impact through additional placements, collaboration on IEP teams, and sharing of best practices across districts.
• A robust benefits package and bonus opportunities, designed to recognize your commitment to high-quality special education and student outcomes.
• Extension opportunities are available for teachers who demonstrate impact, adaptability, and collaborative leadership, enabling you to deepen your connections with communities you serve.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed