2026-2027 Special Education Teacher

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As a Special School District (SSD) teacher, you provide individualized instruction and support tailored to the diverse learning abilities of your students, ensuring they reach their full potential. Your expertise in the special education process, collaborative approach to differentiated instruction, and unwavering commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning environment will contribute to the success of every student under your guidance.

Special education teachers work closely with professionals across various disciplines. Together, you will craft comprehensive and effective learning plans, providing the necessary scaffolding for each student to excel. This collaborative effort involves continuous assessment and monitoring of progress, with the flexibility to adapt and modify plans as needed. The collective dedication of SSD staff extends beyond academics and includes the provision of patience, empathy, and advocacy to every student.

SSD provides teachers with generous salaries and benefit packages that acknowledge their expertise and educational attainment.

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.

Posting open until: Remains open until filled

Salary

$49,000 to $83,250/year based on experience and education

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree required, specialization in special education preferred
Classroom experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Missouri teaching certificate in one or more areas of special education required

Calendar

10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location

Benefits

Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
Staff Health Clinics
Paid holidays
13 PTO days per year
Employee assistance program
Healthcare spending account

Job Requirements:
Citizenship, residency or work visa required