Special Education Teacher- DEC (Juneau-Douglas High School: Yaada.at Kale)

Full-time (1.0 FTE) certified teaching position available starting August 2026 at Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kaléé, districtwide.

About the Role

The successful individual will manage a student caseload on a special education team and demonstrate the ability to contribute to a dynamic and innovative team working effectively to enhance the educational program within the school and the district. This person will be aware of, and able to use, multiple forms of assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage large caseloads with a variety of exceptionalities
• Apply current research and diverse teaching strategies for special education students
• Collaborate with colleagues in multiple settings
• Engage with parents regarding student concerns
• Implement effective behavior management
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in education
• Valid Alaska teaching certificate with a special education endorsement
• Recent experience managing large caseloads with a variety of exceptionalities
• Flexibility to work in multiple settings
• Knowledge of current research in special education
• Strong interpersonal and behavior management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience teaching special education
• Understanding of IDEA requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Membership in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) plan

Pay

Competitive salary dependent on experience and education.