Special Education Teacher — Severely Disabled

State of Missouri; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,488 - 65,016; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking a Teacher for Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled. The role focuses on designing and implementing individualized education programs for students with disabilities, leveraging MSSD curriculum and transition goals.

You will conduct IEP meetings, coordinate behavioral supports, and ensure a safe, confidential learning environment. The position requires Missouri teaching certification or eligibility for temporary/provisional

Qualifications

• Missouri Teaching Certificate or eligible for temporary/provisional certification.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Professional license pursuant to state law.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized education programs (IEP) for students with disabilities using MSSD curriculum.
• Analyze students’ learning styles and adapt teaching strategies to meet educational needs.
• Select age-appropriate, functional activities and sites for teaching.
• Integrate related services into the daily instructional program.
• Conduct IEP team and special education meetings.
• Coordinate behavioral support and communication systems for students.
• Develop and follow a time-efficient daily schedule for IEP implementation.
• Supervise teacher aides and classroom volunteers.
• Follow student health care procedures and ensure safety and confidentiality.
• Complete required reports and professional development plans.
• Collect instructional and assessment data to improve student learning.
• Assist with daily self-care needs as required.

Skills

Teaching certificate

Experience with disabilities

Education

Provisional/temporary certification

Job description

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking a Teacher for Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled. The role focuses on designing and implementing individualized education programs for students with disabilities, leveraging MSSD curriculum and transition goals.

You will conduct IEP meetings, coordinate behavioral supports, and ensure a safe, confidential learning environment. The position requires Missouri teaching certification or eligibility for temporary/provisional