Special Education Teacher for Students with Disabilities

State of Missouri

Cape Girardeau (MO)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 65,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Paid holidays and leave

Health insurance

Job summary

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled seeks a classroom Teacher to design and implement individualized education programs for students with disabilities using the MSSD curriculum. You will analyze learning styles, adapt teaching strategies, and coordinate related services within a supportive school environment.

You must hold a Missouri Teaching Certificate or be eligible for temporary/provisional certification; experience with

Qualifications

Missouri Teaching Certificate or eligible for temporary or provisional certification.
Experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
The position requires a professional license pursuant to state law.

Responsibilities

Design and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities using the MSSD curriculum.
Analyze learning styles and adapt teaching strategies to meet student needs.
Coordinate IEP team and special education meetings; implement behavioral and communication plans.
Direct daily activities of teacher aides and classroom volunteers and maintain safety and confidentiality.
Complete required reports by deadlines and collect IEP assessment data.
Carry out daily self-care needs of students as needed and maintain CPR, AED, First Aid certification.