Impactful Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Springfield Public Schools; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for Mallory Early Childhood Center. You will develop academic and life skills, supervise students, and implement individualized plans within established curricula.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, parents, and administrators to address instructional needs and progress. You will deliver differentiated instruction and maintain IEP records in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Eligible for Missouri early childhood special education certification.
• Ability to gain and maintain Highly Qualified status as defined by Missouri DESE.

Responsibilities

• Administers developmental and subject-specific assessments to inform learning plans.
• Provide first aid and care to medically fragile children under supervision.
• Communicates student progress and home expectations to parents/guardians.
• Assesses progress toward IEP goals and classroom objectives.
• Collaborates with teachers, staff, and families to improve student outcomes.
• Counsels students to support performance, health, and problem-solving.
• Differentiates instruction to meet individualized learning needs.
• Directs student teachers, paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom.
• Facilitates learning environments and activities aligned with lesson plans and goals.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration with staff

Effective communication

Differentiated instruction

Assessment and progress monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in job-related area

Missouri early childhood special education certification eligibility

Highly Qualified status (as defined by Missouri)

Job description

Springfield Public Schools seeks an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for Mallory Early Childhood Center. You will develop academic and life skills, supervise students, and implement individualized plans within established curricula.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, parents, and administrators to address instructional needs and progress. You will deliver differentiated instruction and maintain IEP records in a supportive environment.