Empowering Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Springfield Public Schools; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at McBride Elementary School to develop academic and daily living skills for five- to six-year-old students. You will deliver individualized instruction, plan lessons, and collaborate with staff and families to support student progress.

The role includes administering assessments, maintaining IEP documentation, and differentiating instruction to meet diverse needs, while upholding confidentiality and safety in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a job-related area is required.
• Missouri teaching certification is required.
• Eligibility for early childhood special education certification in Missouri is required.
• Ability to attain Highly Qualified status as defined by DESE.

Responsibilities

• Administers developmental testing and assessments to determine learning needs.
• Collaborates with teachers, staff, and administrators to improve student outcomes.
• Adapts instruction to address individual learning plans within curriculum.
• Maintains confidential student records including IEPs and progress notes.
• Manages student behavior to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Prepares and documents lessons, grades, and attendance.

Skills

Special education

Lesson planning

IEP development

Collaboration

Student assessment

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a job-related area

Missouri Teacher Certification

Eligible for Missouri early childhood special education certification

Highly Qualified status per DESE

Job description

Springfield Public Schools seeks an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at McBride Elementary School to develop academic and daily living skills for five- to six-year-old students. You will deliver individualized instruction, plan lessons, and collaborate with staff and families to support student progress.

The role includes administering assessments, maintaining IEP documentation, and differentiating instruction to meet diverse needs, while upholding confidentiality and safety in a