Lead Teacher – Special Education (Certified)
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Certified Lead Teacher to serve as lead instructor for a classroom team dedicated to students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will promote a healthy, positive, safe, and structured school environment while establishing strong communication channels with students, families, teaching staff, and support teams to drive meaningful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Adapt and modify lesson plans from the school curriculum to support student progression
- Collect and document ongoing data tracking progress toward IEP goals, Common Core Standards, and PARCC requirements
- Prepare, write, and implement student IEPs using OSSE's electronic system (SEDS)
- Collaborate regularly with the Principal and classroom team on student goals, needs, and lesson modifications
- Support staff and administration in understanding special education practices; arrange and conduct in-service trainings as needed
- Support students in both traditional and functional academics, including community-based transition activities such as Job Shadowing and Summer Youth Employment
- Transport students to approved field trips, Special Olympics, and other educational events using an agency vehicle; conduct approved home visits and deliveries
- Assist in developing and implementing classroom and school-wide strategies for positive student outcomes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field required; Master's degree in Special Education preferred
- Must hold Special Education certification (out-of-state certification accepted) and have passed PRAXIS I & II or comparable out-of-state exams
- Applicants with an active full credential from another U.S. state or territory may qualify for DC credential reciprocity, which must be obtained within the school year of hire
- Minimum of 1 semester of student teaching or 1 year of lead classroom teaching experience
- Experience in behavior management a plus
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Requirements
- Must pass all required background checks and screenings
- Valid driver's license required; must be able to safely operate an agency vehicle
- Ability to meet physical demands of a classroom environment (standing, bending, lifting, active supervision)
About Us
Established in 1998, Alignstaffing recognized the challenges in the education system and sought to connect highly skilled and passionate educators with institutions in need. Specializing in comprehensive staffing solutions, we address the dynamic needs of educational settings in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania regions. Our unique approach, embodied in the SMRT System, efficiently meets our clients' urgent substitute teacher requirements. Alignstaffing remains unwavering in our commitment to excellence, ensuring that the educators we connect with institutions share our passion for transformative and impactful learning experiences.
Benefits for Staffing Members
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Shift Work Opportunities – Choose your schedule.
- W2 Security
Note: Alignstaffing is a staunch advocate for equal employment opportunities. We uphold a non-discriminatory hiring practice, ensuring all qualified applicants receive fair consideration, based purely on job-related factors.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Education:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
- Classroom management: 1 year (Required)
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Special Education Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
