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Special Education Teacher (Full Time)
Department: School
Help children with developmental disabilities achieve their greatest potential.
Special Education Teacher Elementary & Middle School Students
Come for a job, stay for the mission.
Were looking for a full-time Special Education Classroom Teacher to join our team in Ridgely, MD. This is an exempt position following a 223-day school calendar, Monday through Friday.
As a teacher at Benedictine, youll lead a classroom of elementary and middle school students with developmental disabilities, providing individualized instruction in academics, life skills, and social-emotional development. Youll be supported by dedicated Education Assistants and collaborate daily with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals. If you're passionate about meaningful inclusion and helping students reach their full potential, wed love to hear from you.
$61,000 $107,000 per year, based on education and experience
Deliver individualized instruction aligned with each students IEP
Teach academic, vocational, and functional life skills appropriate to developmental level
Lead and supervise Education Assistants in the classroom
Maintain detailed lesson plans, classroom schedules, and instructional protocols
Monitor and support student behavior using individualized plans
Track and evaluate student progress toward IEP goals
Maintain compliance with all documentation and confidentiality requirements
Participate in IEP meetings, staff trainings, family conferences, and school events
Administer state-mandated testing and submit timely reporting
Assist students with feeding and toileting as needed
Support transportation when required
Participate in evaluations and coaching of classroom staff
Maintain MSDE certification standards and complete mandatory trainings
Support inspections or reviews from regulatory agencies
Other duties as assigned
Must have or be eligible for a Maryland Educator License in Special Education
Bachelors degree required
Experience with special education students in elementary and/or middle school settings is highly preferred
Must be at least 21 years old
Must pass drug screening, CPS background check, and CJIS fingerprinting
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Valid drivers license and clean driving record (if driving is required)
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Strong commitment to student advocacy and the Benedictine mission
Able to lift or push up to 50 lbs
Able to walk or stand for extended periods
Full range of motion in arms, legs, hands, and fingers
Capable of implementing physical interventions when needed (per Safety Care training)
Able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel
Must be able to speak, hear, and see clearly
+ Other Benefits
This is more than a teaching jobits a chance to make a life-changing impact.
Apply today and join a mission-driven team that values every milestone.