• Elementary Special Education Teacher- Strat II ID

    Norwalk Community School District (Norwalk, IA)


    Elementary Special Education Teacher- Strat II ID JobID: 2045

     

    + Position Type:

     

    Elementary School Teaching/ Strategist II

     

    + Date Posted:

     

    12/18/2025

     

    + Location:

     

    Oviatt Elementary

     

    + Date Available:

     

    08/10/2026

     

    + Closing Date:

     

    Until Filled

    NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

    Job Title Elementary Special Education Teacher Strat II ID

     

    Reports to Building Principal

    Position Purpose:

    The Elementary Special Education Teacher – Instructional Strategist II (ID) is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring individualized, standards-based instruction aligned to the Iowa Essential Elements for students with significant cognitive disabilities who qualify for special education. This position ensures that students with the most complex learning needs receive specially designed instruction (SDI), appropriate supports, and access to grade-level content through alternate academic standards.

    Essential Performance Responsibilities

    + Design and deliver specially designed instruction aligned to the Iowa Essential Elements (IEEs).

    + Implement systematic, explicit, and data-driven instructional practices appropriate for students with significant cognitive disabilities.

    + Administer and interpret alternate assessments.

    + Collect, analyze, and document ongoing progress-monitoring data aligned to IEP goals and Essential Elements.

    + Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant student records, including assessment documentation and service logs.

    + Serve as case manager for students with significant disabilities, ensuring IEPs are compliant, instructionally appropriate, and data-driven.

    + Collaborate with families as equal partners, communicating student progress, needs, and instructional priorities clearly and respectfully.

    + Collaborate with families as equal partners, communicating student progress, needs, and instructional priorities clearly and respectfully.

    + Provide instructional direction and oversight to paraeducators supporting students with significant disabilities, including modeling strategies and clarifying roles aligned to IEPs.

    + Participate in problem-solving and decision-making related to student programming, behavior supports, and access to instruction.

    + Ensure learning environments are safe, structured, predictable, and supportive of students with intensive needs.

    + Maintain current knowledge of best practices related to instruction for students with significant disabilities, alternate assessment, and Essential Elements.

    + Participate in professional learning aligned to district initiatives and state requirements.

    + Uphold all district policies, professional ethics, and confidentiality requirements.

    + Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or district administration.

     

    Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    + Deep understanding of instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities.

    + Knowledge of Iowa Essential Elements and alternate academic standards.

    + Knowledge of IDEA, Iowa special education rules, and assessment requirements for alternate assessment participation.

    + Ability to design and deliver explicit, systematic instruction.

    + Strong data-analysis and progress-monitoring skills.

    + Ability to lead and support paraeducators effectively.

    + Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

    Qualifications Profile

    + Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

    + Valid Iowa Teaching License with K-12 Instructional Strategist II: ID required.

    + Experience with The Leader In Me preferred.

    Physical Requirements

    Physical requirements vary by individual job assignment but requires a minimum of the following physical requirements: Walking, standing, bending, carrying, climbing, lifting minimum of 20 pounds, driving, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, and stooping.

     

    Working Conditions

     

    Varied.

     

    Terms of Employment

     

    190 day contract in accordance with the Master Contract.

     

    Evaluation

     

    In accordance with state code, Iowa Teaching Standards and local performance criteria.

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt.