KIRKSVILLE R-III SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION TITLE: William Matthew Middle School Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED: Special Education certification in Missouri in Mild-Moderate Disabilities (SLD, ED, ID, OHI, Cross-Categorical) required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED: Prior teaching experience preferred.

CONTRACT: 9 months

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Wage and work calendar to be established by the Board of Education.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Services Director

JOB GOAL: Under the direction of the school Principal and Director of Special Services, the special education teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creates relevant, engaging, and personalized learning experiences for each student
Develops opportunities for students to take ownership and control of their learning
Can work in a technology rich environment (Google Apps for Education and Chromebooks)
Understands how to use data to drive student learning
Experience and knowledge of standards-based learning/grading
Experience engaging students in assessments and activities that require critical thinking
Teaches district approved curriculum and adheres to adopted Board of Education policies
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students, staff and community
Communicates clearly both verbally and in writing
Learns and implements strategies to instruct students in higher and more challenging levels of learning
Integrates technology consistently to enhance student learning opportunities
Organizes and prioritizes educator workload to best meet the needs of students
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth and keeps appropriate records of student learning
Identifies student needs, makes appropriate referrals and works with special education staff to develop IEPs
Works well as a team member to serve all constituencies
Adheres to and follows all deadlines and requirements as presented by administration/state/federal law
Attends all meetings as requested by building and district administration
Maintains strict confidentiality as required by law
Develops a professional development plan annually and commits to lifelong learning and growth
Provides direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment
Employs special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
Instructs students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests
Teaches socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students individualized education programs (IEPs) by employing techniques in an overall positive behavioral support system
Modifies the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies as guided through modifications and accommodations
Plans and conducts activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
Establishes and enforces rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students
Meets with parents to discuss their child's progress and to determine priorities for their child and their individualized educational needs
Confers with parents, administrators, school psychological examiners, counselors, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development
Maintains accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
Develops plans for effective communication, monitoring, and follow-up of students in inclusive classroom settings
Provides crisis intervention, as needed, for students and those in inclusive classrooms
Assists in collection of data for providing appropriate classroom interventions
Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team as appropriate

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The most significant duties of this position have been included in this job description. However, this job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties performed. In addition, the District may modify this position as needed to reflect the assignment of additional or supplemental duties assigned. Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties regardless of whether such duties appear in this job description.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

Duties performed typically in district settings to include the cafeteria, gym, recreational areas and other assigned areas.
Physical demands can include but are not limited to: Exerts up to 40 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects including equipment such as audio-visual.
Frequent walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and other limited physical activities are required.
Mental demands can include but are not limited to: Comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating and synthesizing.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: William Matthew Middle School is located on the Kirksville R-III Campus and serves students 6th-8th grade.

HIRING AND EMPLOYMENT COMPLIANCE:

The district's hiring procedures will comply with all federal and state laws, including laws prohibiting discrimination. The district is an equal opportunity employer and hires only citizens of the United States and persons who are legally authorized to work in the United States. The Kirksville R-III School District will enroll and actively participate in a federal work authorization program in accordance with law.

See district policy AC

Adoption Date:              January 14, 2026

Revised: