Self-Contained Special Education Preschool Teacher

Storm Lake; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Storm Lake Community School District is seeking a motivated Special Education Preschool Teacher to provide individualized instruction for students with special needs. The role emphasizes creating a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. You will collaborate with families and staff while implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) to support each child's academic and emotional development.

Qualified candidates will possess necessary Iowa licensure and have experience with diverse learning needs. Join a dynamic team dedicated to educational excellence!

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa licensure and required endorsements.
• Experience in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction.
• Monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Engage families in supporting student achievement.

Skills

Strong instructional delivery

Differentiation of instruction

Positive behavior supports

Effective communication with families

Education

PK-3 Teacher, Regular Education/Special Education - 100

PK-K Early Childhood Special Education-262

Job description

Self-Contained Special Education Preschool Teacher (Job ID: 386)

• Position Type: Early Elementary School/ Preschool Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 5/21/2026
• Location: East Early Childhood Center

About Our District

Storm Lake Community School District is united as changemakers, committed to ensuring all students achieve at grade level. We seek educators who embrace innovation, honor students' cultures and identities, and believe in collective responsibility for every learner's success. Join a student-centered district where strong relationships and meaningful family partnerships drive impactful teaching and learning.

Position Summary

The preschool (self-contained special education) teacher supports Storm Lake Community School District's commitment to ensuring all students grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, inclusive, student-centered environment. This role provides individualized, standards-based instruction aligned to IEP goals, builds strong relationships with students and families, and collaborates with staff and service providers. The teacher uses ongoing data to guide instruction and ensures every student receives the support needed to reach their full potential.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction to ensure students meet grade-level expectations.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor progress and adjust instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted supports to ensure access and success for all learners.

Relationships & Culture

• Establish a safe, orderly, and inclusive classroom environment that values students' cultures, identities, and lived experiences.
• Build strong, trusting relationships that support students' academic and social-emotional growth.
• Implement positive behavior supports and restorative practices.

Family & Community Engagement

• Communicate consistently and effectively with families regarding student progress and learning goals.
• Engage families as partners in supporting grade-level achievement.

Professional Collaboration & Growth

• Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
• Participate in professional learning aligned with district priorities.
• Uphold collective responsibility for the success of all students within the school community.

Professional Expectations

• Contract days and salary placement are determined by the Master Contract agreement.
• Evaluation will be conducted in accordance with the Iowa Teaching Standards and district evaluation procedures.
• Employment is contingent upon valid Iowa licensure and required endorsements.

Qualifications

• PK-3 Teacher, Regular Education/Special Education - 100
• PK-K Early Childhood Special Education-262

Terms of Employment

Employment terms, salary, benefits, and evaluation procedures are established by the Storm Lake Community School District Board of Education and applicable agreements. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and compliance with district policies and state and federal regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Storm Lake Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is an unfair or discriminatory practice for any educational institution to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status in its educational programs or employment practices.