Special Education Teacher – New York – 2026-2027 School Year

Students with disabilities have a legal right to a free and appropriate public education. Delivering on that promise requires qualified special education teachers who understand IEPs, differentiated instruction, and what it takes to help every student access the curriculum.

The problem is that special education teaching is one of the hardest positions for districts to fill, and the shortage hits hardest in the communities with the greatest need.

For over 15 years, eLuma has been helping school districts protect instructional continuity for students with disabilities. We are building our network of credentialed special education teachers for the 2026-2027 school year and are looking for dedicated educators who want flexibility, strong support, and the chance to serve students who need them most.
If you are ready to make a real impact on your own terms, we want to hear from you.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
You deliver instruction remotely, hybrid, or onsite on a schedule coordinated with your assigned district, backed by an experienced team that understands the unique demands of school-based special education. We work to match your credentials, availability, and instructional strengths to the right placement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Deliver specialized, virtual instruction to K-12 students with disabilities in alignment with their IEPs
Implement and adapt evidence-based instructional strategies for diverse learning profiles
Provide case management and support the facilitation of IEPs
Develop, monitor, and update IEP goals in collaboration with the school-based team
Track student progress toward academic, behavioral, and functional goals and adjust instruction accordingly
Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and families
Complete required IEP documentation, progress reports, and case management tasks within district timelines
Participate in IEP meetings and student support team discussions virtually

WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Required:
Active state teaching license with a special education endorsement (at least one state; see cross-licensing benefit below)
Bachelor’s degree minimum; Master’s degree preferred
Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and special education compliance
Minimum one year of classroom-based special education experience

Please Note: This is a pipeline position for anticipated openings. While we are not actively hiring for this role at this moment, we welcome applications from qualified candidates to join our talent network for future opportunities, will contact you within 48 business hours of receiving your application, and will prioritize your application for future opportunities.

Feel free to reach out to recruiting@elumatherapy.com with any questions or concerns. Thank you!