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.
Annual salary range of $62,000 to $85,000 depending on experience and level of education.
Join a great team of professionals in a supportive work environment.
NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE. Must be able to obtain Maryland Special Education Teaching Certification.
Responsibilities of the STRIDE Teacher
• Develop instruction following the MD State Curriculum, providing necessary accommodation to meet individual, group, and program needs. • Be an expert at modifying grade-level curriculum for all students. • Write and implement IEPs. • Create a supportive learning environment. • Create partnerships with parents and the KTS school community. • Supervise TAs. • Work collaboratively with team members. • Utilize technology and/or AAC devices to assist students in accessing curriculum and communication.
Required Experience and Education for the STRIDE Teacher
Bachelors Degree in Special Education. Maryland Special Education Teaching Certificate. Experience with students on the Autism spectrum preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities
• Team Oriented • Reliable • Professional Attitude
Benefits
Leave Benefits - vacation and sick leave. Paid Holidays. Educational Opportunities. Health insurance. Dental Vision FSA. 403B Plan. LTD and other Voluntary Benefits. Free Parking. Longevity Bonus.