Lead Special Education Teacher

Lead Special Education Teacher (2026 - 2027 School Year) Who are You? You are an experienced special education educator and leader who combines a deep commitment to students with disabilities with the organization, judgment, and follow-through necessary to lead a high-quality and legally compliant special education program.

You believe that compliance and excellent instruction go hand in hand and can work effectively across classrooms, families, school leadership, service providers, and regulatory systems to ensure every scholar receives the services and supports they need to thrive.

Required Qualifications An unwavering commitment to the DPAC Nevada mission of college success and authentic civic engagement for all scholars, including students with disabilities.

A valid Nevada teaching license with an appropriate Special Education endorsement, or an appropriate out-of-state special education license eligible for Nevada reciprocity.

A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

At least three years of successful special education teaching experience, including demonstrated responsibility for developing and implementing IEPs and delivering specially designed instruction.

Strong working knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, Nevada Administrative Code requirements for special education, IEP development and implementation, eligibility and evaluation processes, procedural safeguards, least restrictive environment (LRE), manifestation determinations, and discipline protections for students with disabilities.

Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate IEP meetings, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, communicate effectively with families, and navigate challenging situations professionally and constructively.

Knowledge of general education curriculum, specially designed instruction, and school resources sufficient to serve as DPAC Nevada's designated LEA/public agency representative when assigned, including exercising appropriately delegated authority regarding services and resources necessary to implement student IEPs.

Demonstrated experience monitoring special education compliance, maintaining accurate and confidential student records, meeting required timelines, and proactively identifying and correcting compliance concerns.

Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and support teachers and paraprofessionals in implementing IEPs, accommodations, modifications, behavioral supports, and evidence-based instructional practices.

Exceptional organizational and project-management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, take initiative, solve problems, and follow through consistently.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with students, families, educators, school leaders, contracted providers, and state and regulatory partners.

Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, student information systems, and electronic IEP...