Autism High-Support Special Education Teacher

Northwest School District R1; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest School District R1 in Missouri seeks a qualified teacher to provide classroom instruction and supervise students, guiding them toward intellectual, physical, social, and career development. The role centers on supporting IEP goals and maintaining confidentiality.

You will collaborate with Parents, teachers, and specialists to develop and monitor IEPs, manage student progress, and ensure compliance with district policies. A state certification is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, and interact effectively with all aspects of the school community is required.
• Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and remain open to various ideas and viewpoints.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and procedures of the building and district.
• Knowledge of behavior management, behavior analysis and supports, and group dynamics.
• Knowledge of appropriate grade level curricula and characteristics of student learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain confidentiality of information about students on caseload.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to develop and implement appropriate IEPs for students.
• Act as special education case manager for students on caseload.
• Observe students for signs of disruptive or inappropriate behavior, analyze behaviors, and develop appropriate plans for positive behavior change.
• Implement appropriate instructional techniques to achieve IEP and curriculum goals.
• Collaborate with parents and professionals from within and outside the school to promote the educational and social development of students.
• Create an environment conducive to student learning and appropriate to the interests and needs of students.
• Guide students in the learning process toward achievement of IEP and curriculum goals and establish clear short-term objectives or benchmarks for student projects, activities, and assignments.
• Maintain ongoing two-way communication with parents, students, school administration, and fellow professionals within and outside of the school regarding student performance and progress.
• Adequately prepare for student instruction.
• Complete all necessary paperwork for the school and for students.
• Supervise and support paraprofessionals assigned to students or the classroom.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings, professional development activities, workshops, grade-level and departmental meetings, and other activities to promote professional growth.
• Provide assistance and support to students and the school in transportation-related issues.
• Perform school duties as assigned by administration.
• Other tasks as assigned by administrative personnel.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Confidentiality

Mathematics

Reasoning

Prioritization

Collaboration

Behavior management

IEP knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Appropriate state certification

Job description

Northwest School District R1 in Missouri seeks a qualified teacher to provide classroom instruction and supervise students, guiding them toward intellectual, physical, social, and career development. The role centers on supporting IEP goals and maintaining confidentiality.

You will collaborate with Parents, teachers, and specialists to develop and monitor IEPs, manage student progress, and ensure compliance with district policies. A state certification is required.