Special Education Strategist II - BD

Young World Physical Education; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Special Education Strategist II for the Muscatine Community School District. This full-time contract position starts on August 14, 2026, and aims to enhance student academic performance. Responsibilities include creating supportive learning environments and adapting instruction based on student needs. Required qualifications include a State of Iowa certification and preferred skills in bilingual instruction. Collaborate with staff and families to promote student learning.

Qualifications

• State of Iowa certification required before contract begins.
• Preferred skills in bilingual instruction.

Responsibilities

• Enhance academic performance and support district’s student achievement.
• Provide evidence of student learning and growth.
• Create a classroom culture that supports all students.
• Adjust instruction based on student needs.
• Engage in professional growth and apply learning.

Skills

Bilingual instruction

Education

State of Iowa certification

Job description

Special Education Strategist II - BD

Muscatine Community School District – McKinley Elementary, Muscatine, Iowa.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5711476
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 13, 2026
• Starting Date: Aug 14, 2026
• Job Type: Contract – Full‑Time
• Salary: $50,000 Per Year
• Location: 9 schools in the district (McKinley Elementary)

Responsibilities

• Enhance academic performance and support the implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals.
• Provide multiple forms of evidence of student learning and growth to students, families, and staff.
• Implement strategies supporting student, building, and district goals.
• Use student performance data to guide decision making.
• Create a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student and fosters mutual respect, rapport, and fairness.
• Participate in and contribute to a school culture focused on improved student learning.
• Effectively communicate with students, families, colleagues, and communities.
• Demonstrate competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position.
• Use knowledge of student development to make learning experiences meaningful and accessible for every student.
• Plan instruction using student achievement data, local standards, and the district curriculum.
• Set and communicate high expectations for social, behavioral, and academic success of all students.
• Select strategies that engage all students and meet diverse learning needs.
• Use available resources, including technology, in the development and sequencing of instruction.
• Apply research‑based instructional strategies that address the full range of cognitive levels.
• Adjust instruction to meet student needs with flexibility and responsiveness.
• Monitor student learning using a variety of methods.
• Align classroom assessment with instruction and communicate assessment criteria to all stakeholders.
• Guide students in goal setting and self‑assessment.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with staff, building, and district leadership in analyzing student progress.
• Manage the classroom by establishing, communicating, and modeling responsible student behavior.
• Develop and implement classroom procedures and routines that support high expectations for learning.
• Create a safe and purposeful learning environment.
• Engage in professional growth and apply research, knowledge, and skills from professional development opportunities.
• Adhere to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations.
• Work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning.
• Assist with annual building‑wide goal development.
• Provide student supervision during duty time as grade level appropriate.
• Actively participate in parent conferences and district in‑services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• State of Iowa certification prior to the start of each contract year.
• Preferred skills in bilingual instruction.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran.

Contact Information

• Tammi Turner, Principal
• McKinley Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]