Fall 2026: Special Education Long-Term Substitute

Ames Community School District; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 23,985 - 33,210; Part time

Job summary

Ames Community School District in Ames, IA, is seeking a long-term substitute Special Education Teacher for Ames Middle School starting August 2026. The role requires delivering instruction aligned with IEPs, maintaining a safe classroom, and collaborating with staff and families to support student success.

Qualifications include a valid Iowa teaching license with a Special Education endorsement (preferred) or a substitute authorization/license.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa teaching license with Special Education endorsement preferred.
• Substitute authorization or license will be considered.
• Ability to meet the needs of students with diverse academic and behavioral requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom instruction and implements lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and IEPs.
• Delivers instruction that meets the academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs of students receiving special education services.
• Maintains a safe, positive, and orderly learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.
• Monitors student progress and maintains appropriate documentation as directed by the supervising administrator and district procedures.
• Collaborates with special education staff, general education teachers, instructional assistants, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.

Skills

Professional communications skills

Patience and compassion

Initiative and problem solving

Education

Iowa teaching license with Special Education endorsement

Valid Iowa Substitute Authorization / Substitute License

Job description

Ames Community School District in Ames, IA, is seeking a long-term substitute Special Education Teacher for Ames Middle School starting August 2026. The role requires delivering instruction aligned with IEPs, maintaining a safe classroom, and collaborating with staff and families to support student success.

Qualifications include a valid Iowa teaching license with a Special Education endorsement (preferred) or a substitute authorization/license.