Start Date:
Summer 2026

Position Summary:

To maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing the federal, state and district approved curriculum, while addressing students' specific needs, by providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

School Year: 2026/2027

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities:

Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning
Participats in developing Individual Educational Plans (IEP's) for students
Assist students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans
Document teaching and student progress, activities, and outcomes
Counsel individuals and groups of special needs students with educational, occupational and personal needs
Complete and maintain paperwork for special needs students as outlined by federal and state law
Plan curriculum, lessons, and Special Education programs and teaching methods
Evaluate student progress based on papers submitted, test scores and observation
Work with staff to coordinate goals and objectives
Assist the special needs students’ student in making a realistic assessment of his abilities and in establishing educational and occupational goals in keeping with these abilities
Assist in screening, evaluating and recommending placements of students in the school's special education program.
Evaluate student progress based on work output, observation, goals, objectives and directions
Prepare report cards, reading records, IEP forms, classroom observation records, and other misc. survey and forms
Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed
Coordinate with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services
Serve as a resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management
Serve as liaison between home and school
Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping
Encourage parental involvement in students' education
Ensure effective communication with students and parents
Select and requisition appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records
Adhere to all policies of the District and the Arkansas Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the building administrator and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding the education of students
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts
Ability to organize and coordinate work
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Certification/License:

Must have the appropriate level Special Education endorsement on teaching certificate
Successful completion of all background checks

Contract Days: 190

Salary: Certified Teacher Salary Schedule