26-27 Pool: Middle School Special Education Strat 1 Teacher
$50,569–$83,640 year
On-site · Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Special Education Teacher (Strat 1) for middle school programs in Des Moines, IA. Deliver daily lessons aligned to state/district standards for students with IEPs, develop and monitor Individual Education Plans, partner with guardians and support teams, implement instructional accommodations, monitor progress with multiple data points, maintain consistent behavior standards, and participate in PLCs and professional development. Requires valid Iowa teaching license with appropriate Strat 1 endorsement (or willingness to obtain, with district support), ability to communicate effectively, and CPR certification (desired). The district offers a $2,500 hiring bonus paid across 26-27 paychecks; coursework for Strat 1 endorsement is funded by the district in exchange for a multi-year teaching commitment.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment)
- Endorsement for Strat 1 (or willingness to obtain via district-paid coursework)
- Demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communications
- CPR certification (desired)
- Experience in an urban school district (desired)
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