Elemenentary School Special Education Teacher

LAFAYETTE PARK ELEMENTARY; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette Park Elementary School in Kokomo, IN is seeking a Special Education Teacher to serve as Teacher of Record for students PK-5. The role focuses on preparing students for a changing world using diverse learning experiences and collaborative professional development.

Applicants must hold Indiana Mild Interventions teaching certification for PK-5, demonstrate leadership, and show strong collaboration and technology integration skills.

Qualifications

• Indiana Mild Interventions teaching certification (PK-5) required.
• Demonstration of leadership and collaboration skills.
• Experience using differentiated strategies and integrating technology in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document student progress and communicate with parents.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and collaborative planning.
• Supervise students during school activities and breaks.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet diverse needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and behavior records.
• Comply with school policies and state regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Elemenentary School Special Education Teacher

Kokomo School Corporation LAFAYETTE PARK ELEMENTARY - Kokomo, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5958423

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Special Education Teacher

Lafayette Park Elementary International School

Job Summary: Serve as Teacher of Record; prepare students for changing world in which they live; provide diverse learning opportunities using real-world projects and experiences; receive ongoing training; participate in district and building level professional development; collaborate with other teachers.

Certification and Qualifications: Valid Indiana Mild Interventions teaching certification (Grades PK-5) required; demonstration of leadership; strong skills in interpersonal communication and collaboration; history of using differentiated strategies in instruction; demonstrated ability to integrate technology in instruction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and document student progress, providing feedback to students and parents.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and collaborative planning.
• Supervise students during school activities, field trips, and breaks.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior.
• Comply with school policies, state regulations, and ethical teaching standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom instruction and supervision.
• Manual dexterity to operate classroom technology and equipment.
• Visual and auditory ability to monitor student behavior and respond to classroom situations.
• Ability to move quickly in response to student safety needs.
• Ability to perform light physical activities - such as bending, kneeling, and reaching as required in a classroom setting, as well as lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicant deadline to receive applications: Friday, October 30, 2026.

Please respond to: Mr. Carlton Mable, Ed.S.

Assistant Superintendent

Administrative Service Center

P.O. Box 2188

Kokomo, In 46904-2188

[e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $48,000 to $76,500 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 1500 S Washington St
• Kokomo, Indiana 46902
• Phone: [phone]

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