Instructional - SC-Special Education Teacher

St. Alphonsus Catholic School is seeking joyful candidates to join our program as a special education teacher in the GRACE Program for the 2026-2027 school year for a Kindergarten through 2nd grade combined class.
Education, Experience and Certifications:
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree at a minimum and a master’s degree in an area of education preferred. Candidates must have a current Louisiana teaching certificate that includes the special education add-on certification. Experience in the classroom preferred but not required. Student teaching experience in special education classroom is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Complete specific trainings: child protection and first aid/CPR
• Familiarity of the formal evaluation process for students with special needs
• Ability to draft and implement a service plan
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment including the implementation of individualized education plans
• Ability to maintain a clear, safe and orderly environment
• Ability to communicate appropriately to all stakeholders and with school administration and faculty for the overall well-being of each child
• Knowledge of autism, specific learning disabilities, ADHD, and other health impairments
• Knowledge of the various baseline assessments and how to plot and track data over time
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to Kristy Monsour, St. Alphonsus School Principal, at kmonsour@stalphonsusbr.org. On your resume, include one personal and one professional reference with contact information.
The GRACE Program is a faith-centered, inclusive special education program designed to meet the needs of exceptional learners in a nurturing, Catholic environment. Our goal is to help every child grow academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally.