Impactful SPED Teacher (Grades 3-6)

Aurora R-8 School District; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Board-paid health insurance stipend

Paid sick/personal leave days

Special education stipend

Staff-paid daycare

Job summary

A school district in Missouri is seeking a full-time elementary special education teacher for grades 3-6 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires knowledge of the special education process, strong communication skills, and the ability to differentiate instruction. Responsibilities include providing specialized services, collaborating with staff, and documenting student progress. The position offers benefits such as health insurance stipends and paid leave. Interested candidates must apply online on the district website.

Qualifications

• Certification in special education is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of special education processes is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized services for students in the special education process.
• Differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
• Collaborate with staff on learning plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to differentiate instruction

Knowledge of the special education process

Collaboration with staff and support teams

Education

Certification in special education

Certification in elementary education

Job description

The Aurora R-VIII School District is currently accepting applications for a full-time elementary special education teacher (grade 3-6) for the 2026-2027 school year. Knowledge of the special education process and providing specialized services for students are required. It would be beneficial for applicants to have certification in special education along with elementary education. Aurora students attend school Monday-Thursday (4 days a week only). This person needs good communication skills and must have the ability to differentiate instruction and provide strategies needed for student learning. This person should be able to collaborate with others, develop plans to ensure learning, utilize behavior strategies to help with significant behaviors, and document well.

Benefits include a Board-paid health insurance stipend, paid sick/personal leave days, a special education stipend, and a staff-paid daycare. Salary depends upon years of experience and level of education. Apply at www.aurorar8.org. ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ON THE AURORA R-VIII DISTRICT WEBSITE. Position will be posted until filled.

Application packet should include a letter of application, 3 references, and a copy of certification/ transcripts. For additional information, please contact Dr. Brenda Lakin, Director of Special Education, at 417-678-7742 or by email at [e-mail].