Job detail
Special Education Teacher (Functional Skills)
Journey Community Schools
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/3/2026
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Core responsibilities
The teacher will design and deliver individualized, standards-Aligned instruction focused on functional academics, life skills, and social-Emotional development for students with significant needs. They are also responsible for managing ieps, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with staff and families to ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in education or a related field and possess a valid tennessee teaching license with a special education comprehensive endorsement. Additionally, at least 2 years of experience in a functional skills or self-Contained classroom setting is required.
bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeCommunicationDocumentationComplianceCollaborationProgress monitoringData collectionPersonal care supportIEP developmentClassroom managementCrisis prevention interventionAssistive technologySocial-emotional learningBehavior intervention plansSpecial educationVocational trainingFunctional academics
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Adoption assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement plan
- Rich benefit plans
- TN state retirement plan