What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher (Pre-K & Elementary) position at FSEC, Kalispell Location?
We Know Your Worth. Let Us Prove It.
To the exceptional Special Education Teachers out there: We know how hard you work, how deeply you care, and how rare your skillset is. You are the backbone of educational equity, and you shouldn't have to sacrifice your well-being to do what you love. At the Flathead Special Education Cooperative, we have intentionally invested in this position to ensure you feel both supported and rewarded. We are building an outstanding professional community where you can truly thrive. Our leadership is deeply committed to protecting your work-life balance, all while you teach in a supportive, well-structured, and specialized small school environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s unique abilities and goals.
- Design engaging lesson plans that incorporate curriculum development, learning technology, literacy, math, and social skills.
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of children with autism, deaf education requirements, visual impairments, or other disabilities.
- Collaborate with related service providers to support comprehensive student development.
- Manage classroom behavior through effective classroom management techniques and behavioral health strategies.
- Monitor student progress through assessments, standardized testing, and ongoing observations; adjust instruction accordingly.
- Maintain detailed documentation of student achievements and challenges; ensure compliance with all educational regulations and IEP requirements.
Skills
- Experience working with children in preschool or elementary settings within special education environments.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles and best practices in early intervention.
- Experience with instructional design for diverse learners.
- Familiarity with learning technology tools and assistive devices for students with disabilities.
- Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and external stakeholders.
- Ability to develop creative lesson plans that incorporate literacy education, math instruction, and other IEP.
- Demonstrated classroom management skills to foster a positive learning environment for students with varying needs.
Health, Lifestyle & Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Small Caseload
- Dental insurance
- Small Caseload
- Fully funded professional development/training
- Continuing education credits
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- License reimbursement
- Travel reimbursement
- Health savings account
- Built-In Remote Work Days
- Opportunities for advancement
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement Plan: We are a part of the Montana Teachers Retirement System TRS, which offers a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit upon vesting.Join us in transforming lives through dedicated teaching and compassionate support! This is more than a job it’s an opportunity to inspire growth and confidence in children who need it most. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where your skills can flourish while making a lasting difference in young learners’ futures.
Pay: From $52,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,500