Not every student learns the same way, and not every teacher knows how to adjust for that in real time. If you do — if you can catch a kid shutting down before they say a word, then change your approach without missing a beat — this job is worth a look. It's a special education teaching role, done entirely online, for students who need someone paying close attention.
Pay: $75,098 per year.
Setup: Full-time, remote, flexible hours.
What This Job Actually Involves
You'll teach students on IEPs, one at a time or in small groups, through a screen. That means building lessons around each student's actual goals, not a generic curriculum. It means running IEP meetings where parents, therapists, and other teachers all need to walk away with the same understanding — no small task over video. And it means noticing when something isn't working and changing course before a student checks out entirely.
Some of what fills your week:
- Planning lessons tied directly to each student's IEP goals
- Adjusting assignments, quizzes, and materials so every student can actually complete them
- Leading remote IEP meetings and keeping clear, current progress notes
- Bringing in assistive tech — screen readers, speech-to-text — where it's needed
- Pulling in a counselor or specialist when a student needs more support than one teacher can give
- Running small-group or one-on-one sessions when the pace calls for it
None of this happens on autopilot. A lesson that worked last week might not work this week, and part of the job is being okay with that.
Who Fits This Role
A Bachelor's degree is the minimum — a Master's helps but isn't required. You'll also need a valid teaching license with a special education endorsement (requirements vary by state, so check your state's requirements). On the experience side: at least 2 years teaching overall, and at least 1 of those years specifically in special education. If you've managed IEPs online before, or you're already comfortable with classroom tech, you'll ramp up faster than most.
Beyond the credentials, what actually matters day to day:
- You can run a virtual classroom without getting thrown off by a tech hiccup mid-lesson
- Parents and colleagues trust what you tell them, because you communicate clearly and consistently
- You believe every student deserves a real seat at the table — not just accommodations on paper
- You stay level-headed when a plan changes last minute, because in this job, it will
The Tools You'll Be Using
Zoom or Google Meet for live sessions. Canvas, Google Classroom, or Schoology for lesson delivery and feedback. Assistive technology for students who need it. None of this is exotic — if you've taught online before, you've probably already touched most of it. You'll also need a reliable internet connection and a quiet space to teach from, since much of this job depends on being heard and seen clearly.
Pay, Schedule, and What Comes With It
The salary is $75,098 a year, and the schedule is genuinely flexible — not flexible in name only. This posting, like others on Naukri Mitra, lists the pay and schedule details upfront so you're not guessing before you apply. A few other things worth knowing:
- Remote work with real scheduling flexibility, not just occasional exceptions
- Professional development built around virtual IEPs and inclusive online teaching
- Room to mentor other teachers or help shape new curriculum down the line
What Backup Looks Like Here
Online teaching can get lonely fast if nobody's checking in. This team does — weekly meetings with leadership and other teachers, and fast answers when something comes up mid-lesson instead of days later. One teacher on the team described it simply: the small wins students have, even the quiet ones, are what make the job worth showing up for.
A Few Signs This Role Fits You
You're probably a good match if you notice the student who isn't raising their hand before anyone points them out to you. If accommodations feel like common sense to you rather than a checklist. If you'd rather sit in an IEP meeting and actually talk through what's working than just read updates off a page. The online part changes where you're sitting — not much else about how you teach.
Applying
Applicants from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Australia, India, and other eligible regions are welcome. Send in your license details and your special education experience, and someone from the hiring team will reach out about next steps.
