What are the responsibilities and job description for the Self-Contained Special Education Preschool Teacher position at Storm Lake Community School District?
About Our District
Storm Lake Community School District is united as changemakers, committed to ensuring all students achieve at grade level. We seek educators who embrace innovation, honor students' cultures and identities, and believe in collective responsibility for every learner's success. Join a student-centered district where strong relationships and meaningful family partnerships drive impactful teaching and learning.
Position Summary
The preschool (self-contained special education) teacher supports Storm Lake Community School District's commitment to ensuring all students grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, inclusive, student-centered environment. This role provides individualized, standards-based instruction aligned to IEP goals, builds strong relationships with students and families, and collaborates with staff and service providers. The teacher uses ongoing data to guide instruction and ensures every student receives the support needed to reach their full potential. Essential Responsibilities.
Essential Responsibilities
Student Learning & Achievement
- Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction to ensure students meet grade-level expectations.
- Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor progress and adjust instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Differentiate instruction and provide targeted supports to ensure access and success for all learners.
Relationships & Culture
- Establish a safe, orderly, and inclusive classroom environment that values students' cultures, identities, and lived experiences.
- Build strong, trusting relationships that support students' academic and social-emotional growth.
Implement positive behavior supports and restorative practices.
Family & Community Engagement
- Communicate consistently and effectively with families regarding student progress and learning goals.
- Engage families as partners in supporting grade-level achievement.
Professional Collaboration & Growth
- Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
- Participate in professional learning aligned with district priorities.
- Uphold collective responsibility for the success of all students within the school community.
Professional Expectations
- Contract days and salary placement are determined by the Master Contract agreement.
- Evaluation will be conducted in accordance with the Iowa Teaching Standards and district evaluation procedures.
- Employment is contingent upon valid Iowa licensure and required endorsements.
Qualifications
- Valid Iowa Teaching License
- PK-3 Teacher, Regular Education/Special Education - 100
- PK-K Early Childhood Special Education-262
Terms of Employment
Employment terms, salary, benefits, and evaluation procedures are established by the Storm Lake Community School District Board of Education and applicable agreements. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and compliance with district policies and state and federal regulations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Storm Lake Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is an unfair or discriminatory practice for any educational institution to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status in its educational programs or employment practices.