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School Services - School Special Education Teacher - $50-60 per hour

AHS Staffing · Olympia, WA · 5 days ago
On-siteEducation$50–$60/hrFull-time

PediaStaff is a trusted leader in pediatric therapy and educational staffing solutions, connecting passionate professionals with rewarding school-based and clinic opportunities since 2004. We are currently seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to lead an elementary-aged classroom in the Olympia, WA area for the 2026-2027 school year.

About the role

This full-time, in-person position supports elementary-aged students with significant behavioral, social-emotional, and possible academic needs. The program emphasizes individualized instruction, positive behavioral support, de-escalation strategies, communication and social-skills development, and increased student independence. Teachers and support staff collaborate to implement students’ IEPs, Behavior Intervention Plans, accommodations, visual supports, and individualized learning plans.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs
  • Adapt lessons and curriculum to meet individual student needs and IEP goals
  • Provide specially designed instruction in individual and small-group settings
  • Facilitate IEP meetings and contribute to the development and revision of student IEPs
  • Develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans and individualized behavioral supports
  • Use positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to support student success
  • Create visual supports, individualized schedules, and reward systems
  • Collect and analyze data to monitor academic, behavioral, and social-emotional progress
  • Promote communication, social skills, independent problem-solving, and student independence
  • Maintain a structured classroom environment with clear and consistent expectations
  • Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and other school professionals
  • Support students safely and positively across classroom and school settings

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education
  • Current Washington Professional Educator Certificate
  • Appropriate Special Education endorsement
  • Knowledge of IEP development, differentiated instruction, and behavioral-support strategies
  • Ability to support students with significant behavioral and social-emotional needs
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom-management skills
  • Previous school-based special education experience preferred

Schedule

  • Full-time, 1.0 FTE
  • Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
  • Contract dates: September 3, 2026 – June 10, 2027 (41 weeks)
  • 8-hour day shift

Pay

$50-$60 per hour

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Weekly pay every Friday
  • 401(k) savings program with company match
  • Licensure and credentialing assistance
  • Clinical support and professional guidance
  • Seamless summer benefits for qualifying employees

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