Entry Level Secondary Teacher Jobs
New grad secondary teacher jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong student-teaching portfolio or practicum work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Baltimore City Public Schools, Denver Public Schools, and Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports to: Campus Principal
Location: In-Person, CASLV Cadence – Henderson, NV
Position Type: Full-Time, 10-Month (2026-2027)
Position Summary:
The Special Education Teacher at Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas supports students with disabilities by developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), delivering differentiated instruction, and ensuring compliance with federal and state special education regulations. This educator works collaboratively with general education teachers, service providers, and families to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
- Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in inclusive and/or pull-out settings.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure access to the curriculum and effective accommodations.
- Conduct assessments and progress monitoring to evaluate student achievement and adjust instruction.
- Participate in IEP meetings and maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Implement behavior intervention plans and support social-emotional learning strategies.
- Work with related service providers (e.g., speech, OT, PT) to support student goals.
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress and educational needs.
- Maintain compliance with timelines and documentation required by law and CASLV policies.
- Engage in ongoing professional development in special education best practices.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
- Valid Nevada teaching license with appropriate special education endorsement.
- Strong understanding of IDEA, IEP development, and inclusive practices.
Preferred:
- Two or more years of successful experience teaching students with disabilities.
- Experience in a charter, college-prep, or STEM-focused school environment.
- Familiarity with instructional technology and data collection systems.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
Key Competencies
- Deep belief in the potential of all learners and commitment to inclusion.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and accommodations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Patience, empathy, and a student-centered approach to teaching.
Work Environment:
This is an in-person role on a CASLV school campus. The work environment is a classroom or specialized instructional setting within a school campus. Special Education Teachers work with students who have a range of learning, emotional, behavioral, and physical disabilities.
This position requires:
- Regular movement around the classroom to support individual and small group instruction.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and speaking.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or repositioning of students or equipment (up to 25 pounds).
- Use of assistive technology, computers, and adaptive instructional materials.
- The ability to remain calm, patient, and flexible while managing a variety of student needs and behaviors.
The teacher must collaborate closely with general education staff, support personnel, and families to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodation and services in accordance with IEPs and school policies
Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports to: Campus Principal
Location: In-Person, CASLV Cadence – Henderson, NV
Position Type: Full-Time, 10-Month (2026-2027)
Position Summary:
The Special Education Teacher at Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas supports students with disabilities by developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), delivering differentiated instruction, and ensuring compliance with federal and state special education regulations. This educator works collaboratively with general education teachers, service providers, and families to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and state regulations.
- Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in inclusive and/or pull-out settings.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure access to the curriculum and effective accommodations.
- Conduct assessments and progress monitoring to evaluate student achievement and adjust instruction.
- Participate in IEP meetings and maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Implement behavior intervention plans and support social-emotional learning strategies.
- Work with related service providers (e.g., speech, OT, PT) to support student goals.
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress and educational needs.
- Maintain compliance with timelines and documentation required by law and CASLV policies.
- Engage in ongoing professional development in special education best practices.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
- Valid Nevada teaching license with appropriate special education endorsement.
- Strong understanding of IDEA, IEP development, and inclusive practices.
Preferred:
- Two or more years of successful experience teaching students with disabilities.
- Experience in a charter, college-prep, or STEM-focused school environment.
- Familiarity with instructional technology and data collection systems.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
Key Competencies
- Deep belief in the potential of all learners and commitment to inclusion.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and accommodations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Patience, empathy, and a student-centered approach to teaching.
Work Environment:
This is an in-person role on a CASLV school campus. The work environment is a classroom or specialized instructional setting within a school campus. Special Education Teachers work with students who have a range of learning, emotional, behavioral, and physical disabilities.
This position requires:
- Regular movement around the classroom to support individual and small group instruction.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and speaking.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or repositioning of students or equipment (up to 25 pounds).
- Use of assistive technology, computers, and adaptive instructional materials.
- The ability to remain calm, patient, and flexible while managing a variety of student needs and behaviors.
The teacher must collaborate closely with general education staff, support personnel, and families to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodation and services in accordance with IEPs and school policies
Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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Entry Level Secondary Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level secondary teacher job?
Start by completing your state licensure requirements and gathering evidence from student teaching, practicum placements, or tutoring work. At the entry level, hiring committees look for a subject-area credential, classroom management examples, and a willingness to co-teach or be mentored. Tailoring your cover letter to the school's population and curriculum priorities gives early-career candidates a real edge over generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level secondary teachers?
Companies hiring entry level secondary teachers right now include Baltimore City Public Schools, Denver Public Schools, and Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, public school districts, charter networks, and private K-12 schools are the most active employers, and many run annual hiring cycles aligned to the academic calendar.
Are there remote entry level secondary teacher jobs?
Yes, though most secondary teacher roles are classroom-based. About 0% of entry level secondary teacher openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be with online schools, virtual charter programs, or tutoring platforms that serve students across multiple states.
Are these new grad secondary teacher jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically accepts student teaching or practicum hours in place of full-time classroom experience, and may mention mentorship programs, induction support, or openness to a portfolio in lieu of a long work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level secondary teachers?
Entry Level secondary teacher roles concentrate in Education and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most entry level hiring because they operate large student populations that require credentialed subject-area teachers across core disciplines like math, science, English, and social studies.