Teacher Special Education Strat II-Jr/Sr High

Fort Madison Community School District; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS

Personal/Sick Leave

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Job summary

Fort Madison Community School District is seeking a Special Education Teacher for FM Jr/Sr High to foster an inclusive learning environment and support students' academic and social development.

The role emphasizes designing engaging lessons, implementing district resources, differentiating instruction, and collaborating with staff to ensure equitable instruction for all students. Strong communication with families is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Iowa Teaching license.
• Endorsements: Strat II-BD/LD and Strat II-ID.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and assess engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and meet diverse needs.
• Implement high-quality curricular resources adopted by FMCSD to deliver instruction aligned with grade-level standards.
• Create and sustain a positive classroom environment that fosters participation, respect, and collaboration.
• Align classroom management with PBIS and MTSS to support students' social-emotional health.
• Differentiate instruction using varied teaching methods and data-informed scaffolding.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress using formal and informal assessments and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to enhance student learning and ensure equitable instruction.
• Communicate openly with parents/guardians and the school community about student progress.

Skills

Valid Iowa Teaching license

Strat II-BD/LD Endorsement

Strat II-ID Endorsement

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Prior teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

2026-2027

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team at the FM Jr/Sr High. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for students in special education. This position requires an enthusiastic educator who can inspire, motivate, and engage young learners while promoting their academic and social development.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development:

• Design, implement, and assess engaging lesson plans that align with state standards and meet the diverse needs of students.
• Implement the high-quality curricular resources adopted by FMCSD to deliver instruction aligned with the grade level's priority standards.

Classroom Management:

• Create and sustain a positive classroom environment that fosters student participation, mutual respect, and collaboration, ensuring that all students feel comfortable and safe.
• Align classroom management plan with the building's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework and adheres to the Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to effectively support students' social, emotional, and behavioral health.
• Commit to fostering a culturally responsive and inclusive classroom environment.

Instructional Delivery:

• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Develop daily lesson plans that follow the district's Instructional framework.
• Analyze data to inform instructional decisions and identify appropriate scaffolding strategies to differentiate learning for all students.

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Continually monitor and evaluate student progress through formal and informal assessments; provide timely feedback to students and parents.
• Evaluate student learning using the common formative and summative assessments collaboratively developed by the grade level or departmental team.

Student Support:

• Identify and address individual student needs, providing additional support and resources as necessary.
• Implement a data‑driven Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process to identify and apply appropriate interventions and enrichment strategies that support student learning.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, specialists, and support staff to enhance the educational experience for all students.
• Work with team to reach consensus on priority standards for their grade level, develop common formative and summative assessments, and establish instructional pacing. This teamwork is essential to ensure equitable instruction for all students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide targeted interventions and enrichment opportunities that support student growth and learning.

Communication:

• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, guardians, and the school community regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Communicate respectfully, exemplifying professionalism in all interactions and with all stakeholders.

Professional Development:

• Participate actively in continuous professional growth through workshops, conferences, and collaboration with peers.
• Engage in reflective practice to foster professional growth and enhance their effectiveness in the role.

Qualifications:

• Must have valid Iowa Teaching license
• Strat II‑BD/LD Endorsement required, Strat II‑ID Endorsement required
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred but not required

Benefits:

This position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes IPERS, paid personal/sick leave and medical/dental/vision insurance

Physical Requirements:

Bending, carrying, climbing, driving, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, walking

Fort Madison Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Fort Madison Community School District requires background check to be completed before hiring.