Impactful Special Education Teacher - Significant Needs

Des Arc School District; Des Arc (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Arc School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Students with Significant Needs to provide specialized instruction and individualized supports for students with significant cognitive, developmental, behavioral, communication, and/or physical disabilities in Des Arc, Arkansas.

The role includes developing IEPs, collaborating with families and school staff, and implementing evidence-based interventions to promote academic, functional, social, and life skills development in a

Qualifications

• Valid Arkansas teaching license with Special Education certification.
• Knowledge of special education laws and procedures.
• Experience with students with significant cognitive, developmental, physical, or behavioral disabilities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction aligned with students' IEP goals and Arkansas Academic Standards.
• Design and implement individualized lessons targeting academic, communication, behavioral, social-emotional, adaptive, and functional life skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning, sensory, physical, and behavioral needs.
• Facilitate inclusion and participation in general education settings when appropriate.
• Develop and implement positive behavior intervention strategies and behavior support plans.
• Support student independence in daily living and transition-related skills.
• Develop, maintain, and implement compliant IEPs for assigned students.
• Monitor progress toward IEP goals and objectives.
• Collect and analyze data to inform instructional decisions and document progress.
• Coordinate and participate in annual reviews, reevaluations, and eligibility meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, related services, and staff to ensure student success.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding progress and programming.
• Provide training and guidance to paraprofessionals in the classroom.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Des Arc School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Students with Significant Needs to provide specialized instruction and individualized supports for students with significant cognitive, developmental, behavioral, communication, and/or physical disabilities in Des Arc, Arkansas.

The role includes developing IEPs, collaborating with families and school staff, and implementing evidence-based interventions to promote academic, functional, social, and life skills development in a