Special Education Teacher - Weare, NH

Embark on a meaningful opportunity supporting high school students with diverse needs as a Special Education Teacher specializing in Life Skills. This contract role runs the full 2026–2027 academic year and focuses exclusively on teaching in a self-contained Life Skills program—standard resource room or general case management backgrounds are not the match for this position. You'll play a pivotal role in empowering students to gain functional academics, daily living proficiency, and personal independence as they prepare for life beyond graduation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized instruction centered on functional academics, daily living, community engagement, and personal independence
• Manage and foster a nurturing, inclusive Life Skills classroom environment
• Oversee and provide guidance to classroom paraprofessionals
• Write, implement, and track individualized education plans (IEPs), transition plans, and data-driven functional goals
• Ensure successful transition planning, emphasizing post-secondary pathways and life readiness

Candidate Qualifications:

• Active State Special Education Teaching License
• Substantial recent experience managing a high school Life Skills or similar self-contained classroom
• Demonstrated expertise developing and executing transition plans and adaptive programming for high school students
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and collaboration skills

This role is ideal for passionate educators who are committed to maximizing student independence and success in real-world settings. If you’re an expert in Life Skills education ready to make a lasting impact, this is a rewarding career step for you!

Ready to empower students as a leader in high school Life Skills education? Submit your credentials and a highlights summary today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity. Take the next step in your career—apply now!

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