Special Education Teacher - Resource - Elementary

Hsdr3; Missouri; On-site; USD 46,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the elementary resource classroom. This role includes providing tailored instruction to students with disabilities while collaborating with parents and teachers to meet educational goals. Competitive salary and full benefits package offered. Start date is aligned with the 2025-2026 school year.

Benefits

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental & Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Certified position requiring specific degree and certification.
• Must develop and implement IEPs tailored to individual student needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develops individualized education programs for students with disabilities.
• Teaches appropriate behavior and provides instructional support.
• Maintains documentation and communicates progress with parents.

Skills

Communication

Behavior Management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related discipline

Missouri State Teaching Certificate - Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Resource - Elementary

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CERTIFIED POSITION - SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - Resource Classroom

Location: Elementary Building

Salary Range: Certified Teacher Schedule - $46,500 - $80,300 - (Range includes $2,000 position stipend)

Career Ladder eligible

Benefits Package: Full benefits package, includes Medical, Dental & Life Insurance

Missouri State Certification Required: MILD/MOD. CROSS CATEGORICAL

Application Deadline: Position to remain posted until filled

Start date: 2025-2026 School Year

Position Summary

To provide students with mild, moderate or intensive special needs instruction, guided practice, assessments, remediation and enrichment through a variety of learning opportunities and ensure a positive, successful educational experience for students. Ensures that all special needs students acquire the grade level expectation skills set forth by Missouri Department of Education and Hillsboro R-3 curriculum.

Essential Duties

• Develops a program of study that meets the individual needs of students with a variety of disabilities.
• Prepares course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of State and school in consultation with general education teachers.
• Teaches socially acceptable behavior, employing behavior modification techniques such as positive reinforcement.
• Provides instructional support in one-on-one or small group settings in the Special Education classroom and/or regular classroom.
• Assigns lessons, corrects homework and provides students with positive feedback and constructive criticism on assignments.
• Administers tests to evaluate student’s progress, record results and issues reports or conducts meetings to inform parents of progress.
• Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records and other legally documentation for special education students.
• Works with parents, staff, counselors and general education teachers to develop, implement and maintain Individual Education Programs (I.E.P’s) for each student that meets their individual needs, interests and abilities.
• Establishes and enforces rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Employs special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory.
• Keeps attendance records.
• Maintains discipline in the classroom.
• Recognizes and refers students encountering medical, physical and/or psychological problems to District specialists as required.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate working relationships by actively communicating with the parents, involving them in their child’s education.
  
  

MARGINAL DUTIES

• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, mentor programs and teacher training workshops.
• Confers with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical and social development.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Performs related duties such as sponsoring one or more co-curricular activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study and counseling students in adjustment and academic problems.
• Contributes to the decisions made by the District and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum and personnel well-being.
• Maintains a physically and aesthetically attractive classroom setting and exercises proper care of district equipment.
• Performs additional tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides basic supervision of paraeducator(s) during daily activities.
  
  

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related discipline from a four-year College or University
• Missouri State Teaching Certificate – Special Education
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, feel, grasp, push, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crawl, perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement, and move up or down from/to sitting position.
  
  

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to maintain confidentiality; communicate clearly both orally and in writing
  
  

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Exposed to moderate noise levels.
• This individual may be exposed to potentially hazardous bodily fluids.
  
  

STRATEGIC PLAN RESPONSIBILITIES

This position supports the Hillsboro R-III CSIP goals, focusing on:

Academics - Teaching and Learning (Key Pillar 1)

• Priority Area 1.1: Real-World Opportunities
• Providing tailored educational programs and learning experiences for students with disabilities prepares them for real-world application and success.
• Priority Area 1.3: Curriculum and Instruction
• Ensures alignment of teaching strategies with Missouri Learning Standards and utilizes individualized instruction, which is central to special education.
  

The 3 C's (Culture, Climate, and Communication) (Key Pillar 2)

• Priority Area 2.1: Quality Relationships
• Building meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff fosters a supportive environment that enhances learning and well-being.
  

Safety - Mental, Emotional, and Social Well-being (Key Pillar 3)

• Priority Area 3.2: Early Intervention
• Proactively addressing students’ mental and emotional needs through IEPs and behavioral support.
  

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hillsboro R-III Schools considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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Job function

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  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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