Special Education Teacher Strategist II: BD/LD

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

Job summary

Jordan Creek Elementary in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Special Education Teacher Strategist II: BD/LD to support students with behavioral and learning disabilities. The role requires Iowa K-12 instructional strategist endorsement and a state license, with CPI training provided on hire.

You will collaborate with staff to implement MTSS, differentiate instruction, and use data-driven methods to meet diverse student needs while upholding district standards and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• State of Iowa teaching license with K-12 Instructional Strategist II: BD/LD endorsement required.
• Knowledge of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Ability to implement MTSS process and 504 plans.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Iowa Teaching Standards

Differentiation

Co-teaching

MTSS

Tech for instruction

Professional growth

Privacy regs

Education

Iowa K-12 Teaching License w/ BD/LD endorsement

Job description

Special Education Teacher Strategist II: BD/LD

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

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

Address: 4105 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, Iowa

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, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of and enthusiasm to work with students at the designated level.
• Ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with 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 implement federal, state and district goals with students.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Department of Iowa regulations.
• Knowledge of 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.

AA/EEO Employer

Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $52,027 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Kristi Bentz , Director of Special Education
• LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]