Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Hot Springs, SD

• Full-Time
• 2026–2027 School Year Pre-School | On-site | Competitive Pay TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year in Hot Springs, South Dakota. This is a full-time opportunity with guaranteed hours, designated planning and documentation time, a manageable caseload, and support from both TheraPeds and the school district. The Role You'll work collaboratively with students, families, and school teams to provide individualized instruction and help students access their education, build skills, and make meaningful progress. Provide individualized and small-group special education instruction Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and services Adapt curriculum and instruction to meet individual student needs Collect data and monitor academic, behavioral, and functional progress Complete progress reports, IEP documentation, and required records Conduct or participate in educational assessments and eligibility processes Serve as a case manager for assigned students Participate in IEP, eligibility, and multidisciplinary team meetings Collaborate with general education teachers, related-service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and administrators Support positive behavior, inclusion, independence, and student participation across school environments What We Offer Competitive hourly compensation $45-$55 an hour Guaranteed hours 36-40 hours/week Full-time following the teacher/school calendar Designated planning, documentation, and administrative time Manageable caseload Clinical, educational, and administrative support Professional development opportunities TheraPeds professional community W-2 benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) 1099 independent contractor opportunities may be available Qualifications We're looking for a Early Childhood Special Education Teacher who has: Bachelor's or master's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field Valid South Dakota teaching license/certificate with an Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Birth–Grade 3 endorsement Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, eligibility, progress monitoring, and special education procedures School-based special education experience preferred Strong classroom management and instructional skills Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs Strong communication and collaboration skills Good organization and time-management skills Comfort with educational technology, data collection, and documentation Ability to complete required background clearances Physical Requirements School-based special education is active and may require participation with students in a variety of educational environments and activities. The Special Education Teacher must be able to perform the physical functions necessary to fulfill assigned responsibilities, which may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, and engaging with students throughout school environments. All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations. Compensation & Benefits Benefits and compensation are based on employment classification and eligibility. W-2 employees may be eligible for: Competitive hourly compensation Medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) Guaranteed hours Professional development and continuing education opportunities Ongoing clinical and administrative support Access to the TheraPeds professional community 1099 independent contractor opportunities may include: Competitive contract rates Benefit Resources Flexibility associated with independent contractor status Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners Guaranteed hours Professional development and continuing education opportunities Ongoing clinical and administrative support Access to the TheraPeds professional community Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement. Who We Are TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated school-based services organization. We understand the work because we've done the work. We partner with schools while supporting our providers with the clinical, administrative, and professional resources they need to be successful. Our focus is on building strong teams, supporting our professionals, and providing high-quality services that make a meaningful difference for students. Sound like a good fit? We'd love to connect.