Special Education Teacher (K-3) - [Rock Hill, SC] - SET 26-16618

Special Education Teacher (K-3)

Location: Rock Hill, SC (100% onsite)

Job Type: Contract – NO BENEFITS

Pay Rate: $50.00/hr 

Contract Duration: 26 weeks

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (40 hours per week)

Caseload: 6 students

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to work with kindergarten through 3rd-grade students with disabilities in Rock Hill, SC.

The selected candidate will provide individualized instruction and classroom support based on each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The teacher will work closely with general education teachers, families, and other educational specialists to help students achieve their academic, social, and developmental goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver individualized lessons based on students’ IEPs.
• Provide specialized instruction to K-3 students with disabilities.
• Monitor student progress and support the achievement of educational goals.
• Maintain a supportive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Implement appropriate classroom instruction and behavior management strategies.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, parents, and educational specialists.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Ensure students receive equitable access to the curriculum.

Required Qualifications

• Valid South Carolina certification in Multi-Categorical Special Education or an appropriate equivalent certification.
• Strong academic background and relevant coursework.
• Experience teaching students with special education needs.
• Ability to provide individualized instruction and classroom support.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to arrange personal transportation.
• Must provide negative TB test results before starting employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching special education students in a self-contained classroom.
• Experience working with students with emotional disabilities or emotional impairments.
• Experience supporting classroom instruction and behavior management.

Additional Requirements

• Must be available to work fully onsite in Rock Hill, SC.
• May need to travel to other school district buildings and professional meetings.
• Must be able to manage a caseload of approximately 6 students.