Ombudsman Educational Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher to join their award-winning Alternative Education team for the 2026-2027 School Year. The teacher will lead the instructional process for students in Grades 6-12 with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), designing dynamic and personalized learning experiences within the learning center and/or classroom.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid NE state teaching credential.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a NE state special education instruction credential.
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
- Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional disturbance and/or challenging behaviors.
- Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
- Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for at-risk students with diverse needs.
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrual-based Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
