Long Term Special Education Self Contained Elementary Substitute

Young World Physical Education; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Long Term Special Education Self-Contained Elementary Substitute to join Cardinal Elementary. The role includes planning and facilitating academic instruction for special education students while collaborating with staff to meet educational initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a Long-Term Substitute Authorization and a strong understanding of the unique needs of elementary special education students. Compensation is in accordance with the 2026-27 Teachers Master Contract.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with elementary school students.
• Flexible and collaborative approach to teaching.
• Ability to meet the needs of special education students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide academic instruction according to student IEPs.
• Supervise special education associates.
• Collaborate with staff to meet district initiatives.

Skills

Understanding of special education needs

Collaboration with educators

Behavior management strategies

Education

Long-Term Substitute Authorization

Job description

Long Term Special Education Self-Contained Elementary Substitute

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Cardinal Elementary

Long Term Substitute

Special Education Self-Contained Classroom

2026-2027 School Year

Qualifications

• Long-Term Substitute Authorization
• An understanding of the unique needs of elementary special education students and a strong desire to work with elementary school students

Duties

• Plan, provide or facilitate the academic instruction, behavior accommodations and/or the health needs according to student IEPs.
• Supervise and oversee the daily schedule of special education associates
• Work collaboratively with students and staff to meet the building and districtwide initiatives
• As per job description

Preference

• Will be able to collaborate and co-teach in the building with general and special education teachers
• Possesses the best qualifications and training to meet the needs of the students
• Has a working knowledge of strategies to meet the behavior and academic goals of special education students and Building Initiatives (PLC/PBIS/Leader in Me)
• Presents the strongest interview
• Evident of being collaborative, has a growth mindset and is flexible

Rate of Compensation

As per 2026-27 Teachers Master Contract

Apply online at: https://iowaworks.gov

Location

Maquoketa Community Schools, Maquoketa, IA 52060

Equal Opportunity Employer

Maquoketa Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Maquoketa Community School District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, sexual orientation, age (for employment), and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status (for programs).

Contact Information

• Gabrielle Recker , Principal
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]