What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher K-6 position at Horizon Science Academy Des Moines?
Job Title: Special Education Teacher (K–6)
Location:
Horizon Science Academy - Des Moines, Iowa
Job Type:
Full-Time | 10-Month Contract
Position Overview:
The Elementary Special Education Teacher provides individualized instruction and support for students with disabilities in grades K–6. This position collaborates with staff and families to implement IEPs, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and support student growth in inclusive and specialized settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct research-based instruction designed to meet individual needs of students based upon data that promotes academic, social and emotional growth.
- Collaborate with the general education teacher to provide accommodation and modifications to students in the Least Restrictive Environment.
- Develop individualized educational plans based on individual students’ progress, discrepancy and need and in compliance with State and Federal Guidelines.
- Complete required assessments to set appropriate instructional goals and necessary interventions.
- Monitor and evaluate student progress; be responsive to the changing needs of students and their community.
- Perform progress monitoring for each student as outlined in the student’s IEP by entering data and ensuring IEP goal graphs are up to date.
- Collect and analyze IEP progress monitoring data to inform individual student instructional needs and services.
- Utilize appropriate assessment materials.
- Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems
- Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on students and activities as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Supervise students and/or paraeducators as assigned and/or required to maintain a safe and orderly environment that is conducive to learning.
- Oversee delivery of student’s IEP programming.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- State of Iowa teaching license with K-6 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate endorsement required.
- Candidate will need to complete both written and physical components of Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI) training provided by the school upon hire.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary starting at $50,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
- Enrollment in IPERS (Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid sick and personal leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and mission-driven team environment
- And more
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and valid teaching license. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Horizon Science Academy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
Salary : $50,000