High School Special Education Teacher

The School District of Hillsboro is now accepting applications for a High School Special Education Teacher. This position requires a dynamic teacher with the ability to develop positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and the community. This is a full-time position starting for the 2026-2027 school year.

The preferred candidate will:

• -Effectively utilize evaluations and assessments to plan, coordinate, and implement a developmentally appropriate learning experience, while supporting children's social and emotional needs.
• -Confer with parents, administrators, specialists, and other professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students'' educational, physical, and social development.
• -Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
• -Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their child''s progress, and to determine their priorities for their children.
• -Plan and facilitate daily programs that are age-appropriate and cognitively stimulating.
• -Develop transition plans to prepare students for after high school

We are seeking the ideal candidate who is willing to join our innovative district. The Hillsboro Schools focus on being a highly supportive and effective PLC. Additionally, we offer an employee-friendly environment that includes Paid-Time-Off, early release of students every Friday, so staff can engage in professional learning and a technology-rich experience. We focus on supporting our staff so that our students can "Learn, Achieve, and Succeed."

Applications should be submitted through WECAN and must include: WECAN online application, an online cover letter, a current resume, three letters of reference, a list of 3-5 other references, transcripts, and a copy of a license.