Special Education Teacher

Rush County Schools; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush County Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for K-6 at Rushville Elementary. The role focuses on maximizing learning for students with special needs through district-approved curricula and IEP-driven teaching strategies.

The teacher will assess learning needs, participate in PPTs, develop and implement IEPs and behavior plans, coordinate with agencies, and maintain comprehensive student records while fostering home–school collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's Degree in Special Education.
• State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Experience: Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations to identify learning issues and plan corrective actions.
• Participates in PPTs and assists in developing IEPs for students.
• Assists students and staff in implementing IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies and authorities as needed.
• Coordinates with administrators and teachers to understand individual student needs and relay information between home and school.
• Provides counseling and serves as liaison between home and school to promote student growth.
• Keeps up-to-date with professional developments through seminars and research.
• Maintains accurate student records and provides information to colleges and employers as required.
• Encourages parental involvement and effective communication with families.
• Assists in orientation of new teachers and provides in-service training in guidance.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate materials and maintains inventory.

Skills

Knowledge of Special Education

Differentiated instruction

Data information systems

Federal and state education laws

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication with students & parents

Self-evaluation & professional growth

Cooperative working relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in Special Education

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER K-6

Position Details

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/7/2026
• Location: Rushville Elementary

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Essential Functions

• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

• State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in Special Education.

Experience:

• Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt