Impactful Special Education Substitute Teacher

State-of-Missour; Union (MO); On-site; USD 2,779,000 - 4,102,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks a Substitute Teacher for the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD) program. The role involves designing IEPs, adapting teaching strategies, and coordinating behavioral and communication supports to meet students' educational needs.

Applicants must be eligible for a Missouri Substitute Teacher’s Certificate after 60 college credits or hold a Missouri Teaching Certificate; a professional license is required by state law.

Qualifications

• Eligible to be issued Missouri Substitute Teacher’s Certificate after documenting a minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university.
• Missouri Teaching Certificate is required or preferred.
• The position requires a professional license pursuant to state law.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities using the MSSD curriculum.
• Analyze learning styles and adapt teaching strategies to meet students' educational needs.
• Select age-appropriate activities, materials, and sites for teaching.
• Conduct IEP team and special education meetings.
• Coordinate behavioral support/intervention plans for challenging behaviors.
• Coordinate communication systems for students.
• Develop efficient daily schedules to implement students' IEPs.
• Follow student-specific health care procedures as specified.
• Maintain a safe and confidential environment for students, staff, and families.
• Maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications as required.

Education

60 semester hours from an accredited college or university

Missouri Teaching Certificate

Job description

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks a Substitute Teacher for the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD) program. The role involves designing IEPs, adapting teaching strategies, and coordinating behavioral and communication supports to meet students' educational needs.

Applicants must be eligible for a Missouri Substitute Teacher’s Certificate after 60 college credits or hold a Missouri Teaching Certificate; a professional license is required by state law.