Special Education Teacher

West Central School District; South Dakota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in South Dakota is seeking a Special Education Teacher to contribute to the classroom management and provide tailored instruction for students with diverse needs. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree with a South Dakota Teacher certificate and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include lesson planning, evaluating student progress, and maintaining accurate records as mandated. This role promotes a collaborative environment and encourages professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with SD Teacher certificate, endorsement appropriate to teaching assignment.
• Experience in teaching is desired.
• Ability to coordinate hand-eye and mind-eye tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations in assigned classrooms.
• Design differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Evaluate student mastery and inform instruction.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree with SD Teacher certificate

Job description

Job Title

Special Education Teacher

Employee Category

Certified

FLSA Status

Exempt

Work Term

School Calendar Term (WCEA Negotiated Agreement applies)

Reports To

Principals and Special Services Director based upon assignment

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree with SD Teacher certificate (Required) with endorsement Appropriate to teaching assignment.
• Experience Desired: Appropriate teaching experience.
• Physical: Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination. Frequent walking, keyboarding, speaking, writing, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, sitting, reaching, stooping, and turning. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Other: Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills. Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, and internet. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and keep information confidential. Adhere to District’s Policies and Procedures. Knowledge in the implementation of the IEP process and special education law.

Essential Functions and Duties

1. Responsible for the daily management and operations of assigned classrooms at the times designated.
2. Plans and designs instruction; selects research-based strategies, methods, activities, and materials specific to content that is differentiated for diverse learners.
3. Uses multiple evaluations and assessments to evaluate student mastery of content and to inform instruction for the class, as individuals, and within diverse groups.
4. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
5. Prepares lesson plan for assigned classes and utilizes online or written plans at times designated by the principal.
6. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior conducive to a good learning environment.
7. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicates these objectives to students.
8. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and technology appropriate to the physical limitations of the facilities and the needs and capabilities of the students.
9. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
10. Diagnoses the learning abilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
11. Takes necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
12. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
13. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom in a fair and just manner.
14. Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
15. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aides and/or volunteers and evaluates their job performance as required.
16. Maintains professional relationships with fellow teachers, administration, parents, and students.
17. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
18. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
19. Monitors students during recess, lunchroom, study halls, and in hallways.
20. Supervises extra‑curricular activities as assigned.
21. Strives to help promote safety, health, and comfort of all students within the school district.
22. Promotes a positive image of the West Central School District.
23. Other duties as required by the school board, administration or state law.
24. Leads and participates in IEP meetings and maintains regular communication with parents, providing updates on student progress in accordance with district policies and procedures.
25. Coordinates and maintains up to date special education documentation regarding the special education process including referral, evaluation, IEP development and implementation, and related processes in compliance with district, state and federal requirements including timelines

A post‑offer criminal background check is required.

Evaluations

This job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as outlined in District policy and/or procedure.

EEO Statement

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.