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Preschool Special Education Teacher

The Therapy Place
Full-time
On-site
Columbia, South Carolina, United States

Inspire Growth. Lead with Purpose. Change Lives.

The Therapy Place is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to lead classroom instruction at Bridges School, a unique, therapy-integrated early education program for children with developmental delays and special needs.

At Bridges, we believe children thrive in an environment where teaching, therapy, and family support work hand-in-hand. If you're a creative, organized, and mission-driven educator who believes in the power of teamwork and play-based learning-this is the role for you!

What You'll Do

  • Plan and lead daily instruction using individualized and group learning activities

  • Create and implement classroom schedules, center rotations, and academic goals based on data and student needs

  • Collaborate with speech, occupational, and physical therapists to support therapy goals in the classroom

  • Supervise and mentor classroom aides and interns

  • Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to foster strong family partnerships

  • Contribute to behavior plans, potty training plans, field trips, and school-wide events

  • Lead parent meetings and support student transitions into their next educational setting

What Makes This Role Unique

  • Interdisciplinary, integrated model that bridges education and therapy

  • Small classroom sizes and strong aide support

  • Leadership opportunities within the classroom and school team

  • Direct collaboration with therapists and family members

  • A creative, joyful, and mission-driven work environment

What We're Looking For

  • Current South Carolina Teaching Certificate (Special Education preferred)

  • Experience working with children with developmental delays or special needs

  • Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills

  • Passion for individualized, inclusive learning

  • Willingness to take initiative and lead by example

🎁 Benefits Include

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (TTP pays full premiums on dental & vision)

  • Short- and long-term disability & life insurance

  • 10 paid holidays + generous PTO & sick leave

  • Retirement plan with up to 5% match

  • Continuing education support

Join our team and help children build the skills they need to grow, thrive, and succeed-inside and outside the classroom.
Apply now to become a Bridges Teacher at The Therapy Place!

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