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Posted 22 July, 2026

Travel Special Education Teacher | Elkton, Kentucky

ProCare Therapy
Elkton, KY, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

An incredible opportunity awaits for a dedicated Special Education Teacher with experience supporting students with moderate to severe disabilities. If you’re passionate about travel work and eager to expand your expertise, this contract position delivers a rewarding blend of professional impact and personal adventure. Enjoy competitive hourly compensation, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and access to meaningful non-taxable stipends. Our supportive team ensures travel assistance, job security, and 401(k) options, empowering you to focus on what matters most—changing young lives.

This role is based near Elkton, KY, a charming region that offers a unique blend of small-town warmth and scenic beauty. Living and working here provides the perfect combination of peaceful countryside and proximity to memorable Kentucky attractions. Traveling for your career means broadening your horizons, developing skills in diverse school settings, and working alongside professionals who lead with genuine passion and expertise.

This assignment spans the 2026-2027 school year, with a 37.5-hour workweek, supporting an elementary caseload of just seven students. You’ll benefit from hands-on collaboration, discover innovative teaching strategies, and build your resume with specialized experience in a highly sought-after niche. Enjoy exploring local culture and natural wonders during your downtime, ensuring each day brings new adventures both inside and outside the classroom.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

  • Current Kentucky Special Education certification with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (MSD) credentials required.
  • Demonstrated experience working with elementary students with moderate to severe disabilities.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to inclusive and differentiated instruction.
  • Experience developing and implementing IEPs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide specialized instruction and support to an elementary caseload of seven students.
  • Develop, adapt, and monitor IEPs in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Employ evidence-based interventions and behavioral strategies.
  • Foster a safe, positive, and engaging classroom environment.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and communicate regularly with families.

Benefits and Perks:

  • Premium hourly pay between $30-35 (W2 contract).
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
  • 401(k) options.
  • Supportive, approachable agency and district partners.
  • Paid travel assistance.

If you’re ready to embrace rewarding challenges in a beautiful new setting, submit your application today and elevate both your career and your sense of adventure!

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