1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher: Strat II LD/BD

1.0

FTE Special Education Teacher:

Strat

II LD/BD

Iowa City Community School District Alexander Elementary - Iowa City, Iowa This job is also posted in Iowa City Community School District, and TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details

Job ID:

5710216

Application Deadline:

May 19, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in education or related field required Valid Iowa teaching license and endorsement as required by the state• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable Strong interpersonal and communication skills. •If hired with a conditional license the employee must commit to fulfill licensure requirements by the end of the required timeframe.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

SUPERVISES

May assist in directing the work of paraprofessionals in the classroom

JOB GOAL

(S): To provide individualized programming/instruction for students with various disabilities, and provide students with learning opportunities that develop positive attitudes toward self, individuals, and groups of all ages. To teach/work collaboratively with general education instructors in order to instruct students in learning strategies and to assist students in becoming more independent learners in order to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system, and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide direct research-based instruction designed to meet individual needs of students based upon data that promotes academic, social and emotional growth. Collaborate with the general education teacher to provide accommodation and modifications to students in the Least Restrictive Environment. Develop individualized educational plans based on individual students' progress, discrepancy and need and in compliance with State and Federal Guidelines. Complete required assessments to set appropriate instructional goals and necessary interventions. Monitor and evaluate student progress; be responsive to the changing needs of students and their community. Perform progress monitoring for each student as outlined in the student's IEP by entering data and ensuring IEP goal graphs are up to date. Collect and analyze IEP progress monitoring data to inform individual student instructional needs and services. Utilize appropriate assessment materials. Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on students and activities as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. Supervise students and/or paraeducators as assigned and/or required to maintain a safe and orderly environment that is conducive to learning. Oversee delivery of student's IEP programming. Other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

186 contract days. Salary and calendar year to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District's policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$50,000 Per Year