A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
Alternative Learning Environment (ALE) Math7-12 (2026 - 2027 SY)
Jacksonville North Pulaski School District
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Job Details
Job ID:
5909048
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Jacksonville North Pulaski School District
Position Title:
Alternative Learning Environment (ALE) Teacher-Math 7-12
Department:
Building Level
Reports To:
Building Principal
Contract:
190 days
Closing:
Until Filled
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, provide classroom instruction to students enrolled in an alternative education setting. Reinforce instruction to individual students and small groups in a variety of academic subjects and other learning activities, including implementing personal education plans and behavior plans. Teacher will utilize various behavioral strategies and alternative programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides supervision of students in educational settings.
Provides whole group and small group instruction to students enrolled in an alternative school setting.
Assists in the development and implementation of an individual education service plan for students.
Assists administration in implementing district policies and guidelines that govern student behavior and safety
Plans daily classroom instructional activities.
Administers student assessments to ascertain academic needs of students enrolled in an alternative setting.
Works collaboratively with school and agency counselors, teachers, administrators, parents and related service providers in the overall educational plan for students to include lessons that address the student's behavioral needs.
Prepares lesson plans to correlate with student needs.
Maintains student records and files in a confidential manner.
Keeps accurate documentation regarding student progress, needs, strengths, etc. (i.e. grades, observations, anecdotal records, other related data).
Keeps daily student attendance.
Communicates with parents, teachers, administrators, and related service providers on an as needed basis.
Serves on various teams, committees on an as needed basis.
Submits all reports, forms, records and data as requested by Principal, Director and/or Superintendent.
Maintains proper certification by attending college, workshop and professional development courses.
Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and ethics, working cooperatively with the Board, the Superintendent, administrators, certificated and non-certificated personnel, parents, and students.
Partners with school counseling services and mental health providers in order to positively affect student success
Attends required staff and district meetings
Participates in school wide events
Completes and participates in required building and district professional development activities
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Performs other related work as required including the improvements to program as related to suspension alternatives.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to manage student behavior.
Ability to consult with parents, teachers and the community to enhance the learning of students.
Ability to monitor student performance.
Ability to interact within the educational environment.
Ability to perform non-instructional duties as assigned.
Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, intervention techniques and behavior management.
Ability to be an active listener, problem solver, and effective communicator.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE
Must possess a Bachelors Degree or higher with a valid Arkansas teaching license in an area that meets the positions essential duties, responsibilities and grade levels. Four years of successful education experience preferred. Licensure Code 116 prefered.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, other staff members and the general public. Ability to manage instructional time.
The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.
