Special Education Teacher Strategist II: BD/LD

FAIRMEADOWS ELEMENTARY; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

FAIRMEADOWS ELEMENTARY in West Des Moines, IA seeks a Special Education Teacher Strategist II with BD/LD endorsement. The role requires a State of Iowa teaching license and completion of CPI training upon hire.

The position is full-time with a starting salary around $52,027 per year. Applicants will join a team focused on supporting diverse learners through collaboration, data-driven instruction, and MTSS processes.

Qualifications

• Able to implement diverse teaching methods including co-teaching and differentiation.
• Strong communication with students, families and staff.
• Proficient with instructional technology for data-driven instruction.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates effective implementation of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Meets district standards as set forth in growth guidelines.
• Performs training and additional duties as required.

Job description

Special Education Teacher Strategist II: BD/LD

West Des Moines Community Schools FAIRMEADOWS ELEMENTARY - West Des Moines, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

Job Description

Address: 807 23rd Street, West Des Moines, IA

State of Iowa teaching license with K-12 Instructional Strategist II: BD/LD endorsement required.

Candidate will need to complete both written and physical components of Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI) training provided by district upon hire.

Qualifications:

A. Skills, Knowledgeand Abilities

• Knowledge of and enthusiasm to work with students at the designated level.
• Ability to create and maintain healthy relationshipswith students, staff, parents and community.
• Ability to provide instruction to effectively meet the needs of all students.
• Ability to effectively implement multiple teaching methods (co-teaching, small group, differentiation, etc).
• Knowledge and ability to implement the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Knowledge of special education, section 504 and MTSS process.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to effectively use technology for instruction, communication and data management.
• Ability to effectively engage in professional growth individually and with collaborative teams.
• Ability to implementfederal, state and district goals with students.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Department of Iowa regulations.
• Knowledgeof Federal rights, Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates effective implementation of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Meets district standards as set forth in the Certified Staff Professional Growth Model Guidelines.
• Perform all trainings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Selection Procedure:

Applicants with completed applications will be screened for the interview process. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a call or email from the person involved with the hiring process. You will receive an email notification if you are not selected for an interview.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email stating their application is complete.

AA/EEO Employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $52,027 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Shannon Campbell , Principal
• FAIRMEADOWS ELEMENTARY
• Phone: [phone]