Entry Level Education Lead Jobs
New grad education lead jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of curriculum projects or internship work in classrooms or training programs can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like IDEA Public Schools, San Francisco Unified School District, and Spring Independent School District hiring at this level now.
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Position Title: Exceptional Student Services Teacher
Department: ESS General
Location: Great Hearts Blossom Rock Academy
Reports To: Headmaster
EEO Classification: Professional
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Type: Salaried
Position Summary: Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lesson planning for learning activities that align with individual student IEP goals (e.g. Specially Designed Instruction)
- Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services.
- Monitor and track student progress
- Providing direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment
- Collaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
- Writing and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
- Planning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.
Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
Required/Preferred Experience: 1-2 years of special education experience.
Required/Preferred Skills: Certifications: SPED certification provision or standard to include, AZ Mild to Moderate, K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED. Certifications in specific learning disabilities such as, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12, or Intern/Alternative may be accepted.
Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Title: Exceptional Student Services Teacher
Department: ESS General
Location: Great Hearts Blossom Rock Academy
Reports To: Headmaster
EEO Classification: Professional
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Type: Salaried
Position Summary: Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lesson planning for learning activities that align with individual student IEP goals (e.g. Specially Designed Instruction)
- Teaching subject(s) and lessons to students receiving special education and related services.
- Monitor and track student progress
- Providing direct and consultative services to students with IEPs in the school environment
- Collaborating with related service providers and assisting general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications
- Writing and maintaining all IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines
- Planning and facilitating committee meetings throughout the special education process, as well as leading ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Facilitating the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.
Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
Required/Preferred Experience: 1-2 years of special education experience.
Required/Preferred Skills: Certifications: SPED certification provision or standard to include, AZ Mild to Moderate, K-12 Cross-Categorical SPED. Certifications in specific learning disabilities such as, Moderate/Severe Disabilities K-12, or Intern/Alternative may be accepted.
Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Entry Level Education Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level education lead job?
Start by building hands-on experience through student teaching, tutoring, volunteer instruction, or training coordination internships, since entry level employers value demonstrated ability to plan and deliver learning content. Tailor your resume to highlight any curriculum design, facilitation, or mentoring work, even if informal. A concise portfolio showing lesson plans or program materials can set you apart from candidates who list credentials alone.
Which companies hire entry level education leads?
Companies hiring entry level education leads right now include IDEA Public Schools, San Francisco Unified School District, and Spring Independent School District, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of school systems, nonprofit training organizations, edtech companies, and corporate learning and development teams that build internal pipelines by recruiting junior educators and instructional coordinators early.
Are there remote entry level education lead jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles still make up the majority at this level. About 6% of entry level education lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated in edtech, online learning platforms, and corporate training functions that deliver content through virtual or blended formats rather than traditional classroom settings.
Are these new grad education lead jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates, candidates with zero to two years of experience, or applicants who can demonstrate readiness through internships, student teaching, or a portfolio of instructional work. A new grad-friendly posting typically omits hard experience minimums and emphasizes transferable skills like facilitation, communication, and content development over prior job titles.
Which industries hire the most entry level education leads?
Entry Level education lead roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they invest heavily in onboarding, professional development, and structured learning programs that require dedicated coordinators and instructional leads, even for candidates who are just starting out.