Helen Ross McNabb Center is looking for Special Education Teacher – Therapeutic School in Lonsdale, TN.
This local job opportunity with ID 3939509866 is live since 2026-11-03 17:21:59.
Helen Ross McNabb Center seeks a Special Education Teacher to support students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs in a therapeutic educational setting. The teacher will design and deliver individualized instruction, implement IEPs, and use evidence-based strategies to promote academic, social, and emotional growth. In close collaboration with clinicians, families, and support staff, this role manages classroom behavior, collects progress data, and contributes to treatment planning. This mission-driven position offers strong clinical collaboration, training, and the opportunity to impact vulnerable children and families across East Tennessee. Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams. Use evidence-based special education and behavior management strategies to support learning and safety. Collaborate closely with clinicians, case managers, and support staff on integrated treatment and education plans. Collect and analyze academic and behavioral data to guide instruction and document progress. Maintain a structured, trauma-informed classroom environment that supports regulation and engagement. Communicate regularly with caregivers about student progress, goals, and strategies for support. Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development to enhance clinical and instructional skills. Ensure compliance with IDEA, state regulations, and agency policies. Complete required documentation and reporting accurately and in a timely manner. Special education instructional strategies Behavior management and de-escalation IEP development and implementation Progress monitoring and data collection Collaboration with clinical and multidisciplinary teams Knowledge of IDEA and special education regulations Trauma-informed care practices Classroom management Assistive technology and accommodations Documentation and case reporting Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Tennessee Special Education teaching license Endorsement in Special Education (e.g., K-12 Interventionist or equivalent) CPI or equivalent crisis intervention training (or ability to obtain) CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain) Background check eligibility for work with children and vulnerable populations5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
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