Special Education Teacher: Concord Academy
We are seeking a compassionate, innovative, and highly skilled Special Education Teacher to join our dedicated team at Concord Academy, a small independent school exclusively serving neurodiverse students in grades 6-12. The ideal candidate will be committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and academically rigorous learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential. The individual must promote the school’s culture of respecting neurodiversity, promoting equity and inclusion, and empowering students to succeed. This full-time, exempt, 10-month position reports to the Principal.
JOB DUTIES
• Develop and implement individualized learning plans (ILPs) tailored to each student's unique learning needs, strengths, and goals
• Teach multiple academic subjects aligned with Tennessee State Standards across various content areas
• Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, sensory needs, and cognitive profiles
• Provide direct instruction in subjects such as mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies
• Create and maintain a supportive, structured classroom environment that promotes academic and social-emotional growth
• Collaborate closely with other teachers, specialists, and support staff to ensure comprehensive student support
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student progress and modify instructional approaches as needed
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student achievements, challenges, and educational strategies
• Implement positive behavioral support strategies and social skills development
• Manage and document student records, progress reports, and assessment data
• Participate in individualized learning plan (ILP) meetings and goal-setting conferences
• Integrate assistive technologies and specialized learning tools to support student learning
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Passionate about supporting neurodiverse learners
• Flexible and adaptable teaching approach
• Creative problem-solver
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Strength-based perspective on neurodiversity
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Candidates must have a valid Tennessee teaching license with Special Education or Interventionist endorsement.
• At least one year of prior teaching experience is required (3 or more years preferred).
• Must have a commitment to the school’s mission and to building mission-aligned partnerships.
• Must be able to work independently with a high degree of initiative while achieving high impact results and work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be able to skillfully navigate complex and nuanced situations.
Must be proficient in the following programs/software:
• Office 365 Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneDrive
• Student SIS systems such as FACTS (Renweb)
• Educational software such as IXL and Renaissance
Apply at https://concord-academy.org/career-opportunities/
Concord Academy is located in Memphis, TN.