Special Education-Alternate Assessment Teacher

TeachIowa; Atlantic (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Community School District in Atlantic, IA is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will work with elementary and middle level students, creating a learning environment that supports achievement and development through high expectations and rigor in instruction, planning, and professionalism.

Expectations include maintaining student records, collaborating with parents and specialists to develop IEPs, and guiding para-educators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Iowa teaching license.
• Endorsement Instructional Strategist II (ID) or willingness to obtain conditional license.
• Knowledge of IDEA laws and regulations.
• Iowa Fingerprint Clearance background check.
• Mandatory Reporter: Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate student records and prepare reports on children and activities as required by laws and district policies.
• Teach using behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and policies to maintain order among students.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop IEPs promoting student development.
• Instruct in one or more subjects such as English or mathematics.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction and inquiry.
• Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Instruct daily living skills for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency.
• Direct and monitor para-educators.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

IA Standards

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching license

Endorsement II

IDEA laws

Background check

Mandatory Reporter

Job description

Special Education-Alternate Assessment Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5894999

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Atlantic Community Schools is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher to join our talented team.

The successful candidate will have a passion for working with elementary and middle level students and recognize the critical importance education plays in the development process of children. The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for creating a learning environment conducive to student achievement and development through maintaining high expectations and a high standard of rigor in the following areas: Instruction, Design and Planning, The Learning Environment, and Professionalism. We are looking for a strat II or an individual with a strat I endorsement that is willing to get a conditional license.

Job Duties and Tasks:

• Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
• Confer with parents, teachers, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development.
• Instruct through a variety of methods in one or more subjects such as English or mathematics.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Instructs students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self- sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, and food preparation.
• Direct and monitor the activities of para-educators.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Communicates and comprehends verbally and in writing.
• Reads, analyzes and evaluates student performance data and course curriculum.
• Performs functions from electronic, oral and written instructions and from district policies. Ability to evaluate various written materials, including assignments and tests.
• Fluent knowledge of IA State Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Valid Iowa Teaching License
• License Endorsement- Instructional Strategist II: ID
• Knowledge of IDEA laws and regulations
• Iowa Fingerprint Clearance background check
• Mandatory Reporter: Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Certification

Atlantic Community School District, which lies between Des Moines, IA and Omaha, NE, serves as the county seat for Cass County. We have 2 elementary, 1 middle and 1 high school, serving approximately 1400 students, with programs that service our opportunity, home school and special needs students, in addition to our general population. We offer numerous extra-curricular programs aimed at serving our students, families, and the whole community.

Our staff is a mix of area residents and commuters from surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Des Moines and Council Bluffs/Omaha enables employees to enjoy the many benefits of the larger cities, including access to the Iowa Western Community College. If you are a team player, looking for a progressive district where your ideas are valued, we might be the place for you.

Interested candidates should upload a resume and tailored cover letter outlining their experience and qualifications, along with a copy of current teaching license, transcripts, and a minimum of three letters of recommendation.

To learn more about the Atlantic Community School District,

Visit our website - http://www.atlanticiaschools.org

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Contact Information

• James Northwick , Principal
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]