Elementary Special Education Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Make a Lasting Impact with Focused Staffing Group

Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don’t just fill positions—we transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide.

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SPED Teacher (3-5th grade)

Location : Wilmington, DE 19805

Compensation Rate : Up to $65 per hour, depending on experience

Full-Time | K–12 School Setting

If you’re dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments and driven to make a difference, we’d love to have you on our team.

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation aligned with experience

Professional growth support with access to resources and ongoing guidance

Impactful work—help shape brighter futures for students across Delaware

Collaborative environment—work closely with general education teachers, families, and staff

Your Role & Responsibilities

Support and teach a caseload of K–12 students receiving special education services

Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal requirements

Adapt and modify curriculum to ensure access to the general education setting

Create a safe, engaging, and student-centered classroom environment

Collect and analyze data to measure progress toward student goals

Collaborate with general education teachers to deliver content standards and supports

Provide individual and small group instruction using research-based best practices

Maintain open communication with families about student progress

Stay current with best practices in special education and IEP implementation

Perform additional duties as assigned to support student success

Required Qualifications

Valid Delaware Teaching License

Special Education Teacher Certification (K–12) in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1531

Successful completion of Praxis II exams

Strong knowledge of special education laws and requirements

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

Certification in ELA, Math, Science, or Social Studies

Experience teaching in Middle or High School classrooms

Experience creating and implementing IEPs

Knowledge of data collection and progress monitoring

Familiarity with research-based math and reading interventions

Experience modifying and accommodating curriculum

Standard Employment Requirements

Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check

Negative Tuberculin Test

Mandatory direct deposit for payroll

Apply today to join Focused Staffing Group as a Special Education Teacher and help students unlock their potential.