Certified Elementary Special Education Teacher

ACCESS Group Inc. | Little Rock, AR | Full-Time

Make a Difference Where Every Student Matters!

At ACCESS, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. We are looking for a passionate, creative, and dedicated Elementary Special Education Teacher who is excited about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with learning differences and disabilities.

Lower adult-to-child ratios allow teachers to provide more individualized instruction, build meaningful relationships with students, and celebrate progress every step of the way.

If you’re looking for a supportive, collaborative teaching environment where your expertise is valued and your students’ success comes first, we would love to meet you!

Why Teach at ACCESS?

We recognize the dedication it takes to be an exceptional educator. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being.

• 19 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Paid Summer Teacher Vacation package
• Year-Round School with Scheduled Time Off
• Lower Adult-to-Child Ratios
• Continuing Education and Professional Development Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
• Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Team Environment
• Opportunities to Grow Professionally and Make a Lasting Impact
• UALR Tuition discount available.

What You’ll Do

As an Elementary Special Education Teacher, you will create an engaging, structured, and supportive learning environment that meets students where they are and helps them achieve their goals.

• Develop and deliver creative, multisensory instruction tailored to students’ individual learning needs.
• Use student assessments and performance data to guide instruction and measure growth.
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with a classroom teaching assistant.
• Partner with therapists, families, and other professionals to support each student’s academic, social, and developmental success.
• Create a positive, organized, and visually supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain regular, professional communication with parents and caregivers.
• Incorporate technology and innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement.

Join a School Where Your Work Makes a Difference

At ACCESS Schools, teaching is about more than delivering lessons. It’s about helping students discover their strengths, develop confidence, and achieve milestones that make a lasting difference.

Come be part of a team that’s Building Brighter Futures—one student at a time.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional crawling. Employees must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Duties also require regular communication, use of hands and arms, and the visual abilities necessary to perform classroom responsibilities. The work environment generally has a moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field.

Arkansas teaching certification in Special Education (preferred.)

Experience teaching elementary-aged students with learning differences or disabilities preferred.

Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Ability to interpret student assessments and use data to inform instruction.

A genuine commitment to helping students with diverse learning needs succeed.