NCCTA External Vacancy-9-12 Special Education Teacher-Specialized #241

Funding Source: Special Education Fund. Salary Range: $51,323–$103,407. 183-day contract, 7.0 hours per day.

About the Role

The focus of this position is leading a high-needs, self-contained unit comprising two half-day sessions, supporting up to three students per session. The primary goal is to provide a safe, structured, and therapeutic learning environment for students requiring intensive sensory and behavioral support. This role demands a high level of physical and mental resilience to manage high-intensity and crisis situations, prioritizing de-escalation and student dignity to ensure a secure environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specialized classroom flow for two distinct cohorts daily, tailoring 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and data-driven behavior plans.
• Complete all specialized training required to fulfill the needs of this unit.
• Maintain constant vigilance to prevent elopement attempts and manage physical aggression with professional composure.
• Demonstrate the physical agility to perform physical interventions, holds, and disengagements, and respond quickly to elopement or aggressive behaviors.
• Maintain full Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training and annual certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Valid Nevada Teaching License.
• Valid Nevada Driver’s License.
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification (required for special education assignments).
• Prior experience in Special Education settings (self-contained preferred).

Working Conditions

Suitable workspace to carry out the functions of the position description. Start date: 2026–2027 school year. Successful candidate must complete a thorough background check and pass mandatory pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.