Special Education Teacher - Elementary

Liberty Public Schools; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher to develop individualized education plans addressing academics, interpersonal skills, and daily living activities. The role includes creating lesson plans, delivering group and individual instruction, and collaborating with teachers and administrators for instructional improvement.

The position is for the 2027-2028 school year, requiring a Missouri teaching certificate and related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in job related area.
• Missouri State Teaching Certificate.
• Job related experience is required.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administers developmental testing programs and district/state tests for assessing student progress and developing IEPs.
• Advises parents/guardians on student progress and classroom goals.
• Assess progress toward objectives and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers to implement established curriculum and student plans.
• Maintains confidential records (e.g. IEPs) and relevant documentation.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and productive learning environment.
• Schedules para-professionals and other staff for instructional activities.
• Responds to emergencies and inquiries from students, parents, and staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree (job related area)

Missouri State Teaching Certificate

Job description

The Special Education Teacher - Elementary develops student plans addressing academics, interpersonal skills, and daily living activities; creates lesson plans and delivers group and individual instruction within established curriculum guidelines and instructional strategies; supervises students in classrooms and assigned areas; collaborates with teachers, staff, and administrators on instructional and classroom issues; and responds to parent or guardian inquiries about instructional programs and student progress.

This position is for the 2027-2028 School Year

Essential Functions

• Administers developmental testing programs, district assessments and/or state tests, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual education plans.
• Administers, under supervision, first aid and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g. tube feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for children as assigned.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; documenting student achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the school environment.
• Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations and/or goals (e.g. behavioral, communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.
• Collaborates with professional learning community, instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, business partners, and a variety of community resources (e.g. OT, PT, SLP, etc.) for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Consistent interaction with students for the purpose of eduating students.
• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, and developing problem solving techniques.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
• Differentiates classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning styles.
• Directs para-professionals, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program that addresses the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic files and records (e.g. IEPs, SEAS, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. SAP, IEP, PLC, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. IEPs, grades, testing schedules, lesson plans, attendance, appropriate behavior plans, daily behavior charts, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to education code and school policies.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. students, teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Schedules students with para-professionals and other school personnel for academic and/or therapeutic instruction (e.g. OT, PT, SLP, etc.) for the purpose of meeting IEP goals.
• Supervises students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in job related area.
• Missouri State Teaching Certificate.
• Job related experience is required.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace.

Applicants for Liberty Public Schools must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.