Special Education Strat II: ID

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools Adams Elementary in Davenport, Iowa is seeking a Special Education Strat II: ID to deliver IEP-aligned instruction and collaborate with teachers for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes ABA-based strategies and data-driven decisions within the district.

Applicants should hold a BA/BS in Education and have prior experience in special education, with strong communication to families and a commitment to fidelity to district curricula.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree in Education.
• Special education teaching experience desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with culturally diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Attend required trainings by special education department and/or District.
• Implement services outlined in each IEP with fidelity.
• Use data to drive instruction and educational decisions.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support student progress toward standards.
• Communicate with parents via newsletters, e-mail, notes, phone calls.

Skills

Special Education

Data-driven instruction

IEP implementation

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Education

B.A. or B.S. in Education

Tools

Applied Behavior Analysis

Language for Learning

Language for Thinking

Language for Writing

Connecting Math

Murdoch curriculums

Job description

Special Education Strat II: ID

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Job Details

Job ID: 5703266
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 11, 2026 1:04 PM (UTC)

Job Description

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Must attend all required trainings by special education department and/or District, whether occurring in summer, evenings, or during school year.
• Must be willing to accept feedback regarding implementation and use feedback to implement changes in instruction.
• Provide instruction based upon the Essential Elements and conduct alternate assessment over the Essential Elements in a timely fashion.
• Regularly use data to drive instruction and make educational decisions.
• Complete all paperwork appropriately and in a timely manner, including updating progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure student is progressing towards grade level skills and/or standards.
• Implement services outlined in each individual's IEP with fidelity.
• Identify students' needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and effectively communicate those objectives to students.
• Effectively communicate with parents by means of newsletters, e-mail, notes, phone calls and individual parent conferences.
• Discuss student problems, behavior incidents, positive developments, and progress with parents in an honest, sensitive, and confidential manner.
• Promotes parent participation and involvement in education activities provided for their children.
• Confer and cooperate with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting student learning, following approved curricula.
• Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems.
• Engage in collaborative work and contribute to team planning.
• Support instruction through an Individual Education Plan for students with special needs, aligning with District and Iowa Core Curriculum.
• Provide individual and small group research-based instruction based upon Principals of Applied Behavior Analysis designed to meet individual needs of students based upon data that promotes academic, social and emotional growth.
• Develop and use instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
• Translate lesson plans and activities into developmentally appropriate learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Develop Individualized Educational Plans that meet State and Federal Guidelines.
• Foster cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist children in forming satisfying relationships with other children and adults.
• Develop in each student an awareness of his'her worth as an individual and his'her role in his family and community.
• Utilize technology - computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment in the delivery of instruction.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth by monitoring Individualized Education Plans and progress reports.
• Utilize assessment materials and make appropriate classroom student assessments.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on students and activities as required by laws, District policies, and administrative regulations.
• Establish, implement, and enforce rules and procedures for appropriate classroom behavior, to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Model and maintain standards of responsible student behavior.
• Implement effective individualized behavior management strategies (based upon principles of applied behavior analysis) and curriculum accommodations.
• Demonstrate substantial ability in interpreting behavior assessments, Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention plans and data for the purpose of creating behavior plans.
• Attend professional in-service activities and teacher training workshops provided by the District as well as self-selected professional growth activities in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Effectively communicate, collaborate, and cooperate with parents, colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Plan and coordinate the work of educational assistants and other professional support staff, parents, AEA support staff.
• Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to assess the strengths, needs, interests, and aspirations of their students; willingness to hold high expectations for student academic performance and behavior; ability to set achievable instructional goals, monitor and evaluate student progress; ability to be resourceful in responding to the changing needs of their students and their community.
• Experience and knowledge with Applied Behavior Analysis, Language for Learning, Language for Thinking, Language for Writing, Connecting Math, and Murdoch curriculums
• Willingness and experience in assisting with personal hygiene and toileting
• Knowledge, training, and capability of effectively de-escalating aggressive students and implement personal restraint if necessary.
• Ability to participate in and direct extensive physical activities.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Endorsement Required: [264]

Physical Requirements of Position

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment

• Noise level is quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Special Qualification Desired

• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential
• B.A. or B.S. degree in Education.
• Cross-cultural experience preferred.
• Special education teaching experience desired.
• Instructional Strategist II: behavior disorders, learning disabilities

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

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Contact Information

• Nicole Stroupe
• 1702 N. Main St
• Davenport, Iowa 52803
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]