High School Special Education Teacher

The AGWSR Community School District

has the following openings for the 2026-2027 school year:

9-12 Special Education Teacher

FTE: Full Time Contract

Grade Level(s)/Content Area(s): 9-12

Endorsement Area: 5-12 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate - 261 or K-12 Instructional Strategist II: ID - 264

Building Location(s): Ackley High School

Please submit a cover letter and resume with three work/professional references to Michael Wabel at mwabel@agwsr.org

Position Summary:
The 9–12 Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing individualized instruction and support to students with disabilities in a high school setting. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with general education staff, and ensuring that all students have access to a meaningful and appropriately challenging curriculum. The ideal candidate is student-centered, collaborative, and committed to helping all learners achieve success both academically and in preparation for post-secondary life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Provide direct instruction in both resource and inclusive classroom settings based on student needs
• Collaborate with general education teachers to adapt curriculum, modify instruction, and support inclusive practices
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and adjust instruction accordingly
• Conduct formal and informal assessments to inform instructional decisions and document student growth
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress reports, IEP updates, and compliance records
• Facilitate and participate in IEP meetings, including communication with families and multidisciplinary team members
• Support the development of students’ academic, social, and behavioral skills
• Implement behavior intervention plans and provide support for students with behavioral needs
• Prepare students for post-secondary transition, including college, career, and independent living skills
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students, families, and staff
• Serve as a case manager for assigned students

Qualifications:

• Valid teaching license with endorsement in Special Education (or ability to obtain)
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and special education compliance requirements
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Experience with behavior management strategies and intervention planning preferred
• Commitment to building positive relationships with students and families

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Experience in a high school special education setting
• Familiarity with inclusive practices and co-teaching models
• Ability to use data to drive instruction and decision-making
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Student-focused mindset with a belief in growth and potential for all learners

Work Environment:
This position requires working in a dynamic school environment that includes classroom instruction, collaboration with staff, and engagement with families. Flexibility and adaptability are essential to meet the varied needs of students.

SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all AGWSR Community Schools Positions)

Demonstrated Experience or Willing to Acquire Skills:

• Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the district mission of “Providing Excellence in Education so that each student will discover Life-Long Learning and become a self-respecting, contributing adult member of society.”
• Exhibits essential dispositions of being a collaborative leader and colleague
• Exhibits effective communications skills
• Effective outcomes in providing students behavioral and social-emotional support
• Exhibits patience, tolerance, persistence, and flexibility for effective outcomes for students
• Exhibits organization, growth mindset, grit, and enthusiasm for effective outcomes for students
• Prompt and regular attendance
• Shows appropriate hospitality to students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Demonstrate confidentiality as needed and required
• Success in working with students from diverse backgrounds or willingness to acquire these skills.
• Comply with AGWSR Community Schools Board Policy/Regulations and Handbook Policy

To learn more about AGWSR visit: https://www.agwsr.org

Internal hiring will follow the procedures outlined in the Certified Staff Handbook.

• Definition - The assignment of an employee to a different job classification, grade level, subject area, building, or School District shall be considered a transfer.
• Notification of Vacancies – A notice of a vacancy created within the AGWSR District shall be emailed to all employees 8 days prior to being posted publicly
• Filing Requests – Employees who desire a change in grade level, subject assignment, and/or job classification, or who desire to transfer to another building may file a written statement of such desire to the Superintendent within 5 days of the position being posted for staff. The written request, stating what position you are wanting to transfer to, must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on the 5th day of the posting.
• Procedure – No action shall be taken to fill a posted vacancy from outside until all requests for voluntary transfer (received within the time frame) have been given serious consideration. An employee who desires a voluntary transfer will be required to have a formal conversation with administration. No such request shall be denied arbitrarily, capriciously, or without basis in fact. If a teacher is denied a transfer, reasons for the denial shall be presented to the teacher, in person, within (3) days (of the end of the internal filing period) and before posting publicly.

AGWSR CSD is an A/A/E/O Employer

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