Special Education Instructor - Mandan Middle School

Mandan Public Schools; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Mandan Public Schools in Mandan, ND, seeks a Special Education Instructor to support students with diverse academic, physical, emotional, and behavioral needs at Mandan Middle School. The role requires applying individualized instruction, IEP development, and collaboration with staff to ensure progress and inclusive practices.

The position emphasizes compliant planning, data-driven progress monitoring, and ongoing communication with families and multidisciplinary teams to support student success

Qualifications

• Must hold an appropriate North Dakota license with a Special Education Endorsement.
• Eligible for approved licensure plan per North Dakota requirements.
• Employment requires satisfactory interview and verifiable record of satisfactory performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction and individualized educational support to students with disabilities based on individual needs, strengths, and learning goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with IDEA, North Dakota requirements, and district procedures.
• Adapt and modify instructional materials, strategies, and learning environments to support student access, participation, and progress in the general education curriculum.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and other educational staff to develop and implement effective instructional and behavioral supports.
• Participate in and facilitate IEP meetings and communicate with families regarding student progress, educational needs, and programming.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals, maintain accurate documentation, and complete required special education paperwork in accordance with established timelines.
• Use evidence-based instructional practices, positive behavioral supports, and appropriate interventions to promote student learning, independence, and social-emotional development.
• Support the development and implementation of classroom accommodations, modifications, and other individualized supports necessary for student success.
• Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement, independence, and positive relationships.

Education

North Dakota license with Special Education Endorsement

Job description

Location:

Mandan Middle School

Salary & Benefits:

99 days for remainder of 26-27 school year; starting $29,267 for Bachelors degree; starting $43,171 for Master's degree. Full benefit package included.

Position Summary:

• Mandan Public Schools is currently seeking a Special Education Instructor. This position will provide support and instruction to students having academic, physical, emotional, and/or behavioral needs.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide specially designed instruction and individualized educational support to students with disabilities based on individual needs, strengths, and learning goals.


• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), North Dakota requirements, and district procedures.


• Adapt and modify instructional materials, strategies, and learning environments to support student access, participation, and progress in the general education curriculum.


• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and other educational staff to develop and implement effective instructional and behavioral supports.


• Participate in and facilitate IEP meetings and communicate with families regarding student progress, educational needs, and programming.


• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals, maintain accurate documentation, and complete required special education paperwork in accordance with established timelines.


• Use evidence-based instructional practices, positive behavioral supports, and appropriate interventions to promote student learning, independence, and social-emotional development.


• Support the development and implementation of classroom accommodations, modifications, and other individualized supports necessary for student success.


• Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement, independence, and positive relationships.

Reports To:

• Building Principal

Qualifications:

• Must hold an appropriate North Dakota license from the Education Standards and Practices Board with a Special Education Endorsement, or be eligible for an approved licensure plan in accordance with applicable North Dakota requirements.

Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.