What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education ED Instructor position at MANDAN HIGH SCHOOL?
Elementary Special Education ED Instructor
2026-2027 School year; 186 contract days, 100% FTE
Location: Mandan High School
Salary: Starting $55,550 for Bachelors degree; starting $57,072 for Master's degree. Full benefit package included.
Position Summary:
- Mandan Public Schools is currently seeking a Special Education Instructor. This position will provide support and instruction to students having academic, physical, and/or behavioral needs.
Essential Functions:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Use individualized positive behavior reinforcement and instruction techniques to keep students on the path toward greatness.
- Create and execute individual education plans for each of the students in your care.
- Communicate with other staff and family members about each student’s progress and programing needs.
- Lead or participate in IEP (individual education plan) meetings as scheduled .
- Invite family members to participate in each student’s educational progress.
- Create and distribute progress reports.
- Create a safe, productive classroom environment.
Reports to:
- Building Principal
Qualifications:
- Must hold appropriate license from the ND Education Standards and Practices Board with a Special Education Endorsement or eligible for a plan on file.
Position is open until filled.
Application Procedures
Please attach a resume to your electronic application. All application material must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Application form and resume should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.
Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.
A state and federal background check will be conducted on the final candidate.
Salary : $55,550 - $57,072