Teacher - B.W. Robinson State School

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled is seeking a Teacher.

About the role

Responsible for designing and implementing individualized education programs for students with disabilities, analyzing learning styles, integrating related services, conducting IEP meetings, and managing daily classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement appropriate individualized education programs for students with disabilities.
• Analyze student's learning style based on progress and adapt teaching strategies.
• Select age-appropriate, functional, and safe activities, materials, and equipment for teaching.
• Integrate related services into students' daily instructional program.
• Conduct Individualized Education Program (IEP) team and special education meetings.
• Coordinate the design and implementation of behavioral support and intervention plans for students with challenging behaviors.
• Coordinate the design and implementation of communication systems for students.
• Develop and follow an instructionally efficient daily schedule for students' IEPs.
• Direct daily activities of teacher aides and classroom volunteers.
• Follow student-specific special health care procedures as specified.
• Maintain a safe environment for students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, parent, and staff personally identifiable information.
• Follow policies and guidelines of the MSSD program.
• Accurately complete required reports on or before established deadlines.
• Collect academic, instructional, and IEP assessment data to improve student learning.
• Carry out daily self-care needs of students as needed (e.g., toileting, diapering, feeding, hand-washing, tooth-brushing, etc.).
• Maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification as specified by MSSD.

Requirements

Missouri Teaching Certificate or eligibility to obtain temporary or provisional certification. Experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred. Requires a professional license pursuant to state law.

Qualifications and Experience

In addition to the above requirements, other qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the above.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package including a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. For more details, visit the Total Compensation Calculator.

Policies and Guidelines

The Department follows policies and guidelines of the MSSD program, including confidentiality of student, parent, and staff personally identifiable information.

Contact Information

For questions about this position, please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.