$45-$55/hr.| Full-Time | Carlsbad, NM | NM SPED License
About the Role
Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. You'll develop and implement IEPs, manage classroom behavior using PBIS, supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support each student's academic and social growth. This role combines instructional leadership with hands-on teaching in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Why Join Us
- Founded and operated by practitioners and therapists who understand the work and prioritize meaningful support
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, & more
- Paid Sick Leave, Holidays, and Vacation
- CEU reimbursement, tuition assistance, and ongoing professional development opportunities
What You'll Do
- Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards
- Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs
- Implement and manage classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication
- Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom
- Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation
- Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals
- Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies
- Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices
What We're Looking For
Required:
- News Mexico Department of Education Special Education Teaching Certificate
- Bachelor's degree
Preferred:
- Master’s in special education
- 2–5 years working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs
- Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with IEP documentation systems (e.g., IEP pro)
About Point Quest Group
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.
Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.
Pay Range
$45 - $55 per hour
Skills Required
- New Mexico Department of Education Special Education Teaching Certificate (NM SPED License)
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's in special education
- 2-5 years working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs
- Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with IEP documentation systems (e.g., IEP Pro)
What We Do
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of specialized educational, behavioral, and therapeutic services for students with special needs. They partner with school districts and charter schools nationwide to deliver in-district specialized services, staffing, and consulting, and operate therapeutic/non-public day schools to ensure students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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