Special Education Teacher - Middle School (SY 2026/2027)

The Katherine Thomas School, located in Rockville, MD, is a special education school that serves students with language, learning, and sensory motor disabilities and moderate to high functioning autism. KTS has an opening for the 2026/2027 school year in a STRIDE middle school classroom. STRIDE is an 11-month School program for students who exhibit significant challenges with engagement, attention, regulation, group process and social interactions that require more intensive support to succeed academically and socially. Small classes with team support. Working Hours: 8:30-4:15. EOEAnnual salary range of $62,000 to $85,000, depending on experience and level of educationJoin a great team of professionals in a supportive work environment!NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE. Must be able to obtain Maryland Special Education Teaching Certification and legally allowed to work in the U.S.Responsibilities of the STRIDE Teacher include:Develop instruction following the MD State Curriculum providing necessary accommodation to meet individual, group, and program needsBe an expert at modifying grade level curriculum for all studentsWrite and implement IEPsCreate a supportive learning environmentCreate partnerships with parents and the KTS school communitySupervise TAsWork collaboratively with team membersUtilize technology and/or AAC devices to assist students in accessing curriculum and communicationRequired experience and education for the STRIDE Teacher:Bachelors Degree in Special EducationMaryland Special Education Teaching CertificateExperience with students on the Autism spectrum preferredOther Skills and Abilities:Team OrientedReliableProfessional Attitude