Elementary Special Education Teacher (Strat I)

Norwalk Community School District; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Norwalk, Iowa, seeks a Full-time Elementary Special Education Teacher to facilitate student growth in a safe learning environment. Responsibilities include developing tailored lesson plans, conducting assessments, and promoting parental involvement. The ideal candidate must hold a bachelor's degree and a valid Iowa Teaching License with special education endorsement. This role offers a 190-day contract and requires physical capabilities, including lifting up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Iowa Teaching License with K-8 Instructional Strategist I or PreK-3 SPED endorsement required.
• Experience with The Leader In Me preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer district and state approved curriculum.
• Promote a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning.
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education.

Skills

Knowledge of current teaching methods

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of federal and state education laws

Ability to organize and coordinate work

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college

Valid Iowa Teaching License with K-8 Instructional Strategist I

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher (Strat I)

Norwalk Community School District Oviatt Elementary - Norwalk, Iowa

Job Details

• Job ID: 5644904
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Apr 14, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)
• Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

Job Title: Elementary Special Education Teacher (Strat I) - Oviatt Elementary

Reports to: Building Principal

Position Purpose: Under the general supervision of the building principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district and state approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers district and state approved curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level and department, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the superintendent.

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

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student needs.
• Knowledge of district and state curriculum.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Iowa Teaching License with K-8 Instructional Strategist I or PreK-3 SPED endorsement required.
• Experience with The Leader In Me preferred.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements vary by individual job assignment but requires a minimum of the following: 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.