Special Education Teacher in Gretna, LA

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Gretna, LAContractorPosted Mar 13, 2026

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Job Description

 of Education Teaching Certification in Special Education is required
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum, particularly with limited verbal communication
• Familiarity with strategies to support behavioral challenges and moments of dysregulation
• Must successfully complete drug screening and fingerprinting as required by the school district
• Candidates with 0-10+ years of special education experience are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities:
• Deliver specialized instruction tailored to the unique needs of students with autism in a self-contained classroom setting
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Collaborate with district staff, families, and related service providers to promote student success
• Manage classroom behavior and create a supportive learning environment
• Comply with all district policies, documentation, and reporting requirements

Work Details:
• Contract position through 5/22/2026 with an ASAP start date
• Full-time, 35 hours per week; 7 hours daily plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch, Monday through Friday aligned with the school calendar
• Number of schools assigned will be determined

This position offers a competitive pay scale based on experience, reflecting the complexity and importance of working in special education settings with students on the autism spectrum.

Qualified, currently certified candidates who meet Louisiana DOE requirements and are ready to deploy immediately are encouraged to apply. This role requires commitment, expertise, and a passion for fostering growth in students with unique learning needs. Explore this impactful opportunity today.

Qualifications

  • This role requires strong experience with autism and behavior management techniques
  • Active Louisiana Department of Education Teaching Certification in Special Education is required
  • Experience working with students on the autism spectrum, particularly with limited verbal communication
  • Familiarity with strategies to support behavioral challenges and moments of dysregulation
  • Must successfully complete drug screening and fingerprinting as required by the school district
  • Candidates with 0-10+ years of special education experience are encouraged to apply
  • Qualified, currently certified candidates who meet Louisiana DOE requirements and are ready to deploy immediately are encouraged to apply
  • This role requires commitment, expertise, and a passion for fostering growth in students with unique learning needs

Benefits

    Responsibilities

    • Candidates will work with students who have limited to minimal verbal abilities and occasionally display dysregulation
    • Deliver specialized instruction tailored to the unique needs of students with autism in a self-contained classroom setting
    • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs)
    • Collaborate with district staff, families, and related service providers to promote student success
    • Manage classroom behavior and create a supportive learning environment
    • Comply with all district policies, documentation, and reporting requirements
    • Full-time, 35 hours per week; 7 hours daily plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch, Monday through Friday aligned with the school calendar


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