Special Education Teacher in Shelbyville, TN
Shelbyville, TN
Make a difference each day as a Special Education Teacher supporting high school students with significant needs. This contract position is based in a friendly Tennessee community and provides the opportunity to showcase your expertise in delivering highly modified instruction and comprehensive IEP management. The school year is underway, and your skills can have a real impact through May 2027.
Key Qualifications:
- Valid Tennessee Special Education teaching license/certification with the appropriate endorsements, including an active 461 endorsement
- Previous experience in a special education classroom, ideally with high school students requiring highly modified curriculum
- Comfort with in-person instruction; position does not support remote or hybrid options
- Strong skills in daily lesson delivery, IEP paperwork, and progress monitoring
- Effective communicator able to collaborate with staff, students, and families
Responsibilities:
- Provide daily classroom instruction tailored to a caseload of 13 high school students with significant support needs
- Manage and maintain IEP documentation, ensuring compliance and timely updates
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop individualized strategies and accommodations
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment
- Support student growth in both academic and functional domains
What You’ll Gain:
- Opportunity to work 37.5 hours per week in a school environment with a predictable, daytime schedule (7:45am-3:15pm, Central Time)
- Long-term assignment with meaningful student relationships and professional impact
This is your chance to lead the way in student support and special education excellence. If you have the required credentials and are passionate about helping every learner reach their fullest potential, submit your updated resume today and prepare to make a powerful difference. Don’t miss this opportunity—apply now and let’s help students succeed together!
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