Youth Education Specialist — Special Education

State-of-Missour; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Cafeteria plans

Retirement

Job summary

State of Missouri seeks an Education Specialist to develop curriculum and implement IEPs for youth in day treatment and residential programs. The role requires a mild/moderate Special Education certificate and involves teaching elementary or secondary subjects in a state facility.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, collaborating with families, administering tests, supervising youth, and ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. A driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Must have mild/moderate Special Education teaching certificate.
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or equivalent and valid teaching certificate; substitute certificate option within 90 days.
• Alternate path: Master's degree with required teaching certificate and post-baccalaureate experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement group and individual education plans; plan class work and prepare learning materials.
• Confer with parents and/or students; work as part of teaching team to develop and evaluate IEPs.
• Adhere to State and Federal testing guidelines and mandates.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain scholastic and attendance records.
• Administer and score pre/post tests.
• Provide Awareness Supervision to youth for safety, conduct, care, education, and therapy.
• Maintain security and participate in physical restraints during emergencies to ensure safety.
• Dispense medications to youth.
• Transport and escort youth in daily and emergency situations.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Cooperation

Professionalism

Respect

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Bachelor's degree + ability to obtain Special Education certificate

Master’s degree in Special Education

Job description

State of Missouri seeks an Education Specialist to develop curriculum and implement IEPs for youth in day treatment and residential programs. The role requires a mild/moderate Special Education certificate and involves teaching elementary or secondary subjects in a state facility.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, collaborating with families, administering tests, supervising youth, and ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. A driver’s license is required.