Early Elementary 1st Grade Specialist

Storm Lake Community School District; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Storm Lake Community School District seeks an Early Elementary 1st Grade Specialist to support students with IEPs through collaboration with teachers, co-teaching, and the delivery of specially designed instruction (SDI) in a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The Specialist monitors progress toward IEP goals, collects data, and ensures services are implemented with fidelity while partnering with families and staff to foster academic and social‑emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa teaching license.
• K-6 Elementary Classroom endorsement (102).
• K-8 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate endorsement (260).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction to meet grade-level expectations.
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted supports for diverse learners.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and support staff to promote student growth.

Education

Iowa Teaching License

K-6 Elementary Classroom Endorsement 102

K-8 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate Endorsement 260

Job description

Storm Lake Community School District Early Elementary School - Storm Lake, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Early Elementary 1st Grade Specialist

Storm Lake Community School District Early Elementary School - Storm Lake, Iowa Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5600870
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Re-Posted: Sep 04, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Job Description

About Our District

Storm Lake Community School District is united as changemakers, committed to ensuring all students achieve at grade level. We seek educators who embrace innovation, honor students' cultures and identities, and believe in collective responsibility for every learner's success. Join a student-centered district where strong relationships and meaningful family partnerships drive impactful teaching and learning.

Position Summary

The Specialist teacher supports Storm Lake Community School District's commitment to ensuring all students achieve at grade level within a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. This role partners with classroom teachers to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through collaboration, co‑teaching, and the delivery of specially designed instruction (SDI).

The Specialist monitors student progress toward IEP goals, collects and analyzes data, and ensures that services and supports outlined in the IEP are implemented with fidelity. Through strong collaboration with teachers, families, and support staff, the Specialist helps ensure each student receives the instruction and interventions needed for academic and social‑emotional success.

Essential Responsibilities

Student Learning & Achievement

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards‑aligned instruction to ensure students meet grade‑level expectations.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor progress and adjust instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted supports to ensure access and success for all learners.

Relationships & Culture

• Establish a safe, orderly, and inclusive classroom environment that values students' cultures, identities, and lived experiences.
• Build strong, trusting relationships that support students' academic and social‑emotional growth.
  Implement positive behavior supports and restorative practices.

Family & Community Engagement

• Communicate consistently and effectively with families regarding student progress and learning goals.
• Engage families as partners in supporting grade‑level achievement.

Professional Collaboration & Growth

• Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
• Participate in professional learning aligned with district priorities.
• Uphold collective responsibility for the success of all students within the school community.

Professional Expectations

• Contract days and salary placement are determined by the Master Contract agreement.
• Evaluation will be conducted in accordance with the Iowa Teaching Standards and district evaluation procedures.
• Employment is contingent upon valid Iowa licensure and required endorsements.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Teaching License
• K-6 Teacher Elementary Classroom - 102
• K-8 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate - 260

Terms of Employment

Employment terms, salary, benefits, and evaluation procedures are established by the Storm Lake Community School District Board of Education and applicable agreements. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and compliance with district policies and state and federal regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Storm Lake Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is an unfair or discriminatory practice for any educational institution to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status in its educational programs or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Cara Pederson
• 419 Lake Avenue
• Storm Lake, Iowa 50588
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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