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Special Education Teacher Instructional Strat II ID K-12 JobID: 282

+ Position Type:

Special Education/ LD/ED Teacher

+ Date Posted:

3/31/2025

+ Location:

Mid-Prairie Special Education Department

+ Date Available:

25-26 Academic Yr.

The Mid-Prairie Community School District is in search of a Special Education Teacher for the 25-26 school year. We are in search of highly qualified candidates who have a passion for working with students with disabilities, value collaboration with colleagues, and a strong desire to learn and grow as an educator. Candidates should have a valid Iowa Teaching License with appropriate endorsements required for the position or the ability to acquire the appropriate licensure and endorsements. This position requires a Strategist II ID endorsement. The district is offering a $5,000 signing bonus for any candidate with Strat. II ID endorsement selected for the position.

Benefits:

+ Competitive salary

+ Opportunities for professional growth and development

+ Supportive work environment that values autonomy and expertise

+ Brand new, dedicated space for life skills instruction

How to Apply: A candidate's application will include a letter of interest, resumé, official transcripts, and references to be considered for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Mid-Prairie is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications:

A. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

+ Knowledge of and enthusiasm to work with students at the designated level.

+ Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth of each student.

+ Ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with students, staff, parents and community.

+ Ability to provide instruction to effectively meet the needs of all students.

+ Ability to effectively implement multiple teaching methods (co-teaching, small group, differentiation, etc).

+ Knowledge and ability to implement the Iowa Teaching Standards.

+ Knowledge of special education evidence-based practices

+ Ability to communicate effectively with others.

+ Ability to effectively use technology for instruction, communication and data management.

+ Ability to effectively engage in professional growth individually and with collaborative teams.

+ Ability to implement federal, state and district goals with students.

+ Knowledge of Federal, State and Department of Iowa regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

+ Demonstrates effective implementation of the Iowa Teaching Standards.

+ Perform all trainings as required.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.