Special Education Teacher : Functional Skills - MPS

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Teacher : Functional Skills | Millington Municipal Schools

Job Summary : 10-month certified position

About Us :

Millington Municipal Schools is a public school district located in Millington, Tennessee. Our district was established in 2014 and is committed to providing a quality education to all students in our community. We operate four schools : Millington Early Learning Academy (MELA) [opens in the fall of 2025], Millington Primary School (MPS), Millington Intermediate School (MIS), and Millington Central Middle High School (MCMHS).

At Millington Municipal Schools, we believe that every student has the potential for success! Our mission is to provide an inclusive, innovative, and engaging education that supports every student's full range of unique needs and abilities. Our vision is to inspire, empower, and equip students for future success by preparing them to become leaders, critical thinkers, and world-changers.

Our dedicated staff members work tirelessly to create engaging and rigorous learning experiences that challenge and inspire our students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We value collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to continuous improvement in all that we do.

About the role :

Responsible for creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment that supports the academic, functional, social, and emotional growth of students with diverse and often significant learning needs, in alignment with Tennessee state standards and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This role involves designing and delivering differentiated and functional instruction, implementing specialized interventions, and utilizing accommodations, modifications, and individualized supports to meet the unique needs of each student. The special education teacher assesses student progress toward both academic and life skills goals, collaborates with general education teachers, related service providers, support staff, administrators, and families, and ensures compliance with all district, state, and federal special education regulations. Additionally, the teacher is expected to integrate assistive technology, use data-driven instruction, teach essential life and daily living skills, and foster a structured, supportive environment that promotes independence, communication, and long-term success for all students.

Responsibilities :

Download the job description attachment for a list of responsibilities, skills, etc. This list is not exclusive or meant to be all-inclusive.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree with a valid Tennessee teaching license.
• Endorsement in the grade / subject taught
• Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the collective bargaining agreement.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.

Benefits :

At Millington Municipal Schools, we prioritize our employees and their personal and professional growth, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports them in achieving their goals. Our package includes :

We value honesty and transparency in our hiring process. Our salary range for teaching positions is $50,055.20 to $75,398.68, determined by verified years of experience and recognition of a Master's degree.

FLSA Status : Exempt

Diversity :

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for any position at Millington Municipal Schools.