Special Ed Teacher | Gretna, Louisiana

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Gretna, LAContractorPosted Mar 13, 2026

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Job Description

ience moments of dysregulation.

Responsibilities include delivering effective instruction tailored to the needs of students on the autism spectrum, managing classroom behaviors, and supporting students in developing communication and social skills. Experience with common manifestations of autism and strategies for behavior management is essential.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Active Louisiana Department of Education (DOE) Special Education certification is required.
• Experience working with students with autism, particularly those with limited verbal communication.
• Ability to handle behavioral challenges sensitively and effectively.
• Candidates must pass a drug screen and fingerprinting as part of district requirements.
• Preference for candidates with 0-10+ years of teaching experience, with pay adjusted accordingly.

Additional Details:
• Position starts as soon as possible and runs through May 22, 2026.
• Full-time schedule: 7 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• Candidates must be currently certified and ready to work without any pending licensing processes.
• The assignment is within Jefferson Parish, serving students in the New Orleans area.

This is an excellent opportunity for special education professionals committed to supporting students on the autism spectrum in a focused, impactful classroom setting. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this time-sensitive role.

Qualifications

  • Experience with common manifestations of autism and strategies for behavior management is essential
  • Active Louisiana Department of Education (DOE) Special Education certification is required
  • Experience working with students with autism, particularly those with limited verbal communication
  • Ability to handle behavioral challenges sensitively and effectively
  • Candidates must pass a drug screen and fingerprinting as part of district requirements
  • Preference for candidates with 0-10+ years of teaching experience, with pay adjusted accordingly
  • Full-time schedule: 7 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch
  • Candidates must be currently certified and ready to work without any pending licensing processes

Benefits

  • Position starts as soon as possible and runs through May 22, 2026

Responsibilities

  • This role involves working full-time, approximately 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday following the school calendar
  • The classroom is self-contained and focuses on students with limited or minimal verbal abilities who may experience moments of dysregulation
  • Responsibilities include delivering effective instruction tailored to the needs of students on the autism spectrum, managing classroom behaviors, and supporting students in developing communication and social skills


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