Shodair Children's Hospital·Helena, Montana
Lead a classroom environment to provide individualized academic and emotional support to hospitalized students. Collaborate with medical and clinical teams to align educational goals with treatment plans and document student progress.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our multidisciplinary team, providing individualized education to hospitalized students. This role plays a vital part in supporting students' academic, emotional, and developmental growth during treatment, with instruction tailored to their unique needs.
Lead and manage the classroom environment, including teacher assistants and students Develop and implement flexible, individualized lesson plans that support academic and personal growth Collaborate with clinical, medical, and nursing teams to align education with treatment goals Provide small group and one-on-one instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs Monitor, assess, and document student progress in alignment with IEP goals and hospital policies Support students through transitions and discharge planning, maintaining communication with families and home schools Foster a positive, structured learning environment that supports behavior management and engagement Maintain accurate academic and behavioral records as required Why Join Us? Make a meaningful impact on students navigating significant life challenges Be part of a supportive, collaborative team of educators and healthcare professionals Enjoy a consistent schedule, competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including paid Medical and vision, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, and a 6% employer paid 403B contribution. Starting at $67,400 annually!
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education Certification: Valid Montana teaching certificate Endorsement: Special Education minor/endorsement required Experience: Demonstrated experience working with students with emotional and behavioral challenges
Market context
In Montana, classroom teacher roles are typically driven by ongoing demand for experienced educators who can step into licensed early childhood settings and meet certification requirements. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for candidates with verified program experience, CPR, Pediatric First Aid, Infant Safety Essentials, and either 32 hours of ECP training or Level 2 registry status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and highlight your early childhood experience in your application.