Special Education Co-Teacher

Norfolk Public Schools, Nebraska; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Norfolk, Nebraska, is seeking a Special Education Co-Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves team teaching, coordinating programs for students with disabilities, and updating individual educational plans. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Nebraska teaching certificate. The position emphasizes collaboration with classroom teachers and parents to enhance student learning experiences. This is a full-time position for the academic year, offering an extensive support system for both educators and students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Current Nebraska teaching certificate necessary.
• Training in special education teaching is important.

Responsibilities

• Team teaches and consults with educators and parents.
• Maintains a coordinated program for students.
• Updates Individualized Educational Programs.
• Serves on multi-disciplinary teams.
• Serve as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Collects assessment data and uses it effectively.
• Teaches or works toward effective carry-over of skills to the regular classroom.
• Keeps accurate records of attendance and progress.
• Assists in modification of regular classroom assignments and school activities so students can respond effectively.
• Provides suggestions and modified materials to other teachers and supportive personnel.
• Be able to communicate both orally and in writing the objectives to be carried out.
• Exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with children.
• Exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents and teachers.
• Request and/or coordinate additional services or resources deemed necessary for children with learning problems.

Skills

Special education teaching experience

Collaboration with teachers and parents

Assessment skills

Effective communication

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college

Valid Nebraska teaching certificate

Special education experience

Job description

It is the policy of Norfolk Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-TEACHER - NORFOLK SENIOR HIGH

2026 - 2027 School Year

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid, current Nebraska teaching certificate
• Training and/or experience in special education teaching

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator

Job Goal

To enable students who are learning disabled and mild/moderately handicapped to derive the best possible educational experience from school through appropriate remediation, curriculum modification, direct special education instruction, and co-teaching.

Terms of Employment

Nine-month year as established by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the district’s Personnel Evaluation Policy.

Essential Duties

• Team teaches and provides consultation to classroom teacher, parents, principal, and supervisor
• Maintains a dual role of working with individual or small groups of students and working with the classroom teacher to provide a coordinated program
• Coordinate with other building personnel to assure that adequate communication is maintained with each student’s parents or guardians to keep them informed of progress and programs
• Update Individualized Educational Programs in accordance with Rule 51: Rules and Standards Governing Special Education Programs
• Serve as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team
• Collects assessment data and uses it effectively
• Teaches or works toward effective carry-over of skills to the regular classroom
• Keeps accurate records of attendance and progress
• Assists in modification of regular classroom assignments and school activities so students can respond effectively
• Provides suggestions and modified materials to other teachers and supportive personnel
• Be able to communicate both orally and in writing the objectives to be carried out
• Exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with children
• Exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents and teachers
• Request and/or coordinate additional services or resources deemed necessary for children with learning problems

General Characteristics

• Teacher dresses appropriately and is well groomed
• Teacher is emotionally stable
• Teacher maintains physical fitness and personal vigor
• Teacher shows enthusiasm and initiative
• Teacher is punctual in job responsibilities
• Teacher is willing to spend time outside the regular school day to assist students and supervise school activities

Occasional

• Relates with staff, parents and community through positive professional cooperation
• Suggests positive recommendations for the continuing review and development of curriculum
• Remains current with professional training and shows evidence of regular professional growth
• Actively participates at scheduled staff meetings and serves on educational committees
• Assumes responsibility periodically for conferences with parents
• Recognizes the extra curriculum program as integral to the educational development of the child
• Performs other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Other Requirements (Intellectual, Sensory)

• Demonstrate oral and written language skills
• Effective skills in leadership, human relations, organization, problem solving and conflict resolution
• Skills in assessment and evaluation
• Visual, auditory and dexterity skills