Special Education Teacher (EX)(2026-2027)-Archbishop Spalding High School, Severn MD

Instruction & Curriculum Adaptation

• Adapt general education curriculum, assignments, and assessments to meet students' individual functional and academic needs.
• Support students in general education courses by providing modified curriculum and instructional accommodations.
• Teach specialized small-group classes in functional literacy, practical mathematics, and life skills.
• Provide one-on-one instructional support as needed.
• Assist students with transitioning between classes.

Case Management & Planning

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Conduct ongoing assessments to track progress toward academic, social, and post-secondary transition goals.

Classroom Inclusion & Collaboration

• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure access to coursework through effective modifications and differentiated instructional strategies.
• Support and guide peer mentors within inclusive classroom settings.

Family & Multidisciplinary Communication

• Maintain regular communication with parents, school counselors, administrators, and external therapists to support student growth and transition planning.

Student Support & Extracurricular Integration

• Facilitate student participation in school retreats, clubs, athletics, and campus events, promoting self-advocacy and independence across all school environments.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education required; Master's degree preferred.
• Maryland State Certification in Special Education, or eligibility for certification, preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience teaching students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably at the middle or high school level.
• Experience in a private or Catholic school setting is preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum modification, functional skills development, positive behavior supports, and parent communication.
• Strong collaboration, organization, and interpersonal communication skills.

Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must complete all required Archdiocesan background checks and child protection training (VIRTUS).
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records.
• Willingness to support and participate in campus ministry events, retreats, open houses, and other school activities.

Pay Range:  $60,000 - $70,000, Annualized

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/