Teacher - Greene Valley State School

About the role

The successful candidate will design and implement appropriate Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities, aligning with transition goals, while considering various learning environments. They will analyze student learning styles, adapt teaching strategies, and integrate related services into the daily instructional program. Additionally, they will conduct IEP team and special education meetings, coordinate behavioral support and communication systems, and ensure a safe and confidential environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement appropriate individualized education program for students with disabilities utilizing MSSD curriculum, and considering transition goals, school, employment, community, and home learning environments.
• Analyze student’s learning style based upon charted progress and adapt teaching strategies and activities to meet the student’s specific educational needs.
• Choose age appropriate, functional and safe activities, materials, equipment and sites for teaching.
• Integrate appropriate related services into students’ day-to-day instructional program.
• Conduct IEP team and special education meetings.
• Career Development: Coordinate the design and implementation of behavioral support/intervention plans for students with challenging behaviors.
• Career Development: Coordinate the design and implementation of communication systems for students.
• Develop and follow an instructionally time-efficient daily schedule for implementation of students’ IEPs.
• Direct daily activities of teacher aide(s) 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 (i.e., toileting, diapering, feeding, hand-washing, tooth-brushing, etc.).

Requirements

• Missouri Teaching Certificate or eligible to attain temporary or provisional certification.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Professional license pursuant to state law.

Qualifications

• Must maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification as specified by MSSD.

Skills

• Ability to work with students with diverse learning needs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations.

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. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. For more information, visit the Total Compensation Calculator.

Pay

$52,488 - $65,016

Schedule

N/A

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

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