Special Education Teacher - LISA North Elementary

NORTH ELEMENTARY; North Little Rock (AR); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lisa Academy North Elementary in North Little Rock, Arkansas seeks a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. ALP or Provisional Licensure accepted.

Under the supervision of the principal, you will support students with special needs, implement district curriculum and develop IEPs to maximize learning prospects. Responsibilities include assessments, coordinating with PPTs, collaboration with staff and families, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of Special Education principles and methods.
• Ability to develop IEPs and differentiate instruction.
• Data analysis and action planning.
• Knowledge of federal and state education laws.
• Excellent communication with students and parents.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and families.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Aufgaben

• Conducts assessments to identify learning issues and plan corrective actions.
• Participates in PPTs and helps develop IEPs for students.
• Applies IEPs and behavior plans with students and staff.
• Coordinates with outside agencies and authorities as needed.
• Communicates with families and maintains records of student progress.
• Encourages parental involvement and supports new teachers.

Kenntnisse

Special Education

IEP development

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Federal/state laws

Communication with families

Ausbildung

Bachelor degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Special Education Teacher - LISA North Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5975494

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2025

Job Description

Looking for an immediate Hire for the 2026-27 School year. ALP or Provisional Licensure available.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,000 to $70,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Andrew Whitley , Principal
• NORTH ELEMENTARY
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]