Long-Term Substitute Teacher-Elementary Student Support

Young World Physical Education; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Madison Community School District is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Elementary Student Support to provide instructional and behavioral support to a student with autism receiving special education services. You will work with general and special education staff to implement IEPs, ensure access to grade-level curriculum, and maintain a safe, respectful learning environment.

The role emphasizes patience, consistency, flexibility, and commitment to student progress, with duties

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa teaching or substitute teaching license is required.
• Experience as a substitute teacher is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate daily with general and special education staff to support instruction.
• Deliver instruction and implement IEP/BIP accommodations.
• Monitor student progress and communicate with the education team.
• Maintain safe, structured learning environments and confidentiality.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavioral support

IEP implementation

Collaboration

Education

Iowa teaching license

substitute teaching license

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Elementary Student Support

TeachIowa Fort Madison Comm School District - Fort Madison, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5830638

Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Jul 13, 2026 7:45 PM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Long-Term Substitute provides instructional and behavioral support to a student with autism receiving special education services.

Working collaboratively with the general education teacher, special education teacher, behavior specialists, related service providers, and administration, the substitute implements individualized instructional programming, provides access to grade-level general education curriculum, and implements positive behavior support plans to ensure the student's safety, engagement, inclusion, and educational progress.

The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, consistency, flexibility, and a commitment to creating a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment while maintaining the dignity and respect of the student.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate daily with general education teachers to plan for and support the student's meaningful participation in grade-level instruction and classroom activities.
• Deliver and reinforce general education instruction, utilizing accommodations, modifications, and specially designed instruction as outlined in the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Provide daily instructional support consistent with the student's IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
• Implement teacher-developed lesson plans and instructional activities in both general education and special education settings.
• Facilitate the student's access to grade-level curriculum while promoting independence and active engagement.
• Establish and maintain predictable routines that support student success. Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) with fidelity.
• Utilize evidence-based practices for students with autism, including visual supports, structured teaching strategies, reinforcement systems, prompting, and de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain a calm, supportive, and professional demeanor during challenging behaviors.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral crises using district-approved crisis prevention and intervention procedures.
• Assist in maintaining the physical safety of the student, peers, and staff when unsafe behaviors occur.
• Collect academic and behavioral data to monitor student progress and communicate regularly with the educational team.
• Collaborate regularly with general education teachers, special education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to ensure instructional continuity and implementation of the student's educational program.
• Support communication development, social interaction, and participation in classroom routines throughout the school day.
• Supervise the student during classroom instruction, transitions, lunch, recess, specials, field trips, and other school activities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Participate in required professional learning related to autism, inclusive instructional practices, behavior supports, and crisis prevention.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all students by executing school emergency procedures and protocols effectively during drills and real emergencies.

• Complete district required training, CPI training (if required).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Iowa teaching license or valid substitute teaching license.
• Previous successful substitute experience is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

Bending, carrying, climbing, driving, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, walking.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Fort Madison Community School District is an EEO/AAemployer.