Special Education Teacher - Maple Grove Elementary

Maple Grove Elementary; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement

403B TSA

Health and Dental Insurance

Generous leave package

Wellness program

Wee Care childcare

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Maple Grove Elementary in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support elementary learners, including those on the autism spectrum. The role emphasizes collaboration with families, staff, and AEA, with a focus on data-driven decision making within MTSS and PBIS frameworks.

The successful candidate will hold a valid Iowa teaching license, pursue additional special education licensure as needed, and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills to promote

Qualifications

• Valid State of Iowa teaching license, required.
• Instructional Strategist I, Instructional Strategist II: BD/LD or ID, or willingness to obtain
• Previous classroom teaching experience, preferred.
• Willingness to pursue additional special education licensure based on building and student need.
• CPI certification or willingness to obtain CPI certification.
• Ability to teach in both a pull-out special education setting and collaborative general education setting.
• Evidence of strong organizational skills.
• Actively supports and effectively communicates Waukee’s mission and vision.
• Understanding of MTSS and implementation of PBIS.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with parents, AEA, teachers and support staff.
• Work with students with challenging behavior and those on the autism spectrum.
• Develop and implement behavior intervention plans based on functional analysis.
• Lead and manage classroom associates with positive leadership.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners' needs.
• Use data to guide instruction and progress monitoring.
• Support professional learning and collaboration with instructional coaches and leaders.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Differentiated instruction

PBIS/Positive Behavior Interventions

Leadership of classroom assistants

Organizational skills

Professional learning

Technology integration

MTSS/Workshop model

Education

Bachelor's degree

Iowa teaching license or eligibility

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Maple Grove Elementary

Waukee Community School District Maple Grove Elementary - West Des Moines, Iowa Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs , and Waukee Community School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5894353

Application Deadline: Aug 30, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Criteria:

• Valid State of Iowa teaching license, required.
• Instructional Strategist I, Instructional Strategist II: BD/LD or ID, or willingness to obtain
• Previous classroom teaching experience, preferred.
• Willingness to pursue additional special education licensure based on building and student need.

Performance Criteria:

• Strong collaboration and communication with parents, AEA, teachers, and support staff
• Successful experience serving students with challenging behavior
• Successful experience working with elementary learners on the autism spectrum
• Knowledge of functions of behavior as they relate to developing and implementing appropriate behavior intervention plans
• Experience with challenging behaviors and a willingness to serve on the building response team
• CPI certification or willingness to obtain CPI certification
• Ability to teach in both a pull-out special education setting and collaborative general education setting
• Ability todirect classroom associate(s) with positive leadership skills
• Evidence of strong organizational skills
• Actively supports and effectively communicates Waukee’s mission and vision
• Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of a Professional Learning Community and an ability to apply that understanding to a team situation
• Solid understanding and proven application of the Framework for Meeting the Needs of All Students and implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Support
• Demonstrates implementation of research-supported instructional and balanced assessment practices, supporting differentiation and integration of skills and concepts
• Understanding and experience with the workshop and gradual release models and commitment to differentiated instruction
• Experience and proven ability in working with and growing diverse learners
• Demonstrates willingness and desire to collaborate with instructional coaches and building and district leaders to continue to grow professionally
• Desire for growth is evident through personal and professional goals
• Record of recent professional learning and knowledge of current research
• Proven ability to read and interpret a variety of types of data and expertise in data-driven decision-making to guide instruction
• Understanding of formative assessment and evidence of using data to adapt to individual needs of students of all ability levels
• Full support and implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
• Flexible, highly motivated, and enthusiastic about working with children
• Evidence of effective routines and procedures that lead to a positive classroom environment that promotes student achievement
• Articulate in oral and written communications
• Proven communication with parents and families
• Knowledge of and experience with using current technology to enhance learning
• Knowledge of the 21st Century Skills and Universal Constructs and experience with ubiquitous integration of those competencies and habits of mind which may or may not be linked to The Leader in Me

Benefits:

• IPERS retirement account
• 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) -$50 per month contribution for certified staff
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave
• Work shoe reimbursement, up to $175 (dependent on work shoe required and position)
• Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program
• Wee Care - Childcare available at a cost for 6mos - 5y for staff's children
• Mileage is reimbursed for approved work-related travel in your personal vehicle completed during scheduled work hours

  Position Type: Full-Time

  Salary: $57,200 Per Year

  Job Categories:

  Special Education > General Special Education

  Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

  Equal Opportunity Employer

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  Job Requirements

  • At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
  • Bachelor degree preferred.
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

  Contact Information

  • Mark Davis
  • 560 SE University Avenue
  • Waukee, Iowa 50263
  • Phone: [phone]
  • Email: [e-mail]

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