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.
ID Urbandale Community School District•4.4 Urbandale, IA Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Teaching Certification Driving Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description
JOB TITLE
•Long-Term Substitute Teacher•
Special Education Teacher:
Strategist II:
ID PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
•Provide personalized learning that supports each student, more specifically special needs students, in achieving their potential. Engages in professional growth and fulfills professional responsibilities. Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.
QUALIFICATIONS
•(Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment) Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Ability to provide effective instruction to meet student needs relative to district benchmarks and standards. Ability to work with physically impaired and special needs students on a daily basis. Able to react quickly and calmly when an emergency arises. Knowledge of "best practice" in teaching and of the developmental characteristics of students at the designated grade level. Extensive knowledge of IEP procedures. Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders. Knowledge of Federal Rights and Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations. Ability to organize and think clearly while communicating, organizing and evaluating. Education Earned Bachelor's Degree in Education or Board of Educational Examiners approved alternative. Certification/Licensure Appropriate BOEE licensure. Experience Experience teaching students with disabilities preferred. Experience with IEPs preferred. Experience with Alternate Assessment preferred. Equipment Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Demonstrates effective implementation of the eight Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria. Meets professional responsibilities as outlined in the Professional Growth Assessment Plan, Employee Handbook, and Board policy. Develops, with their supervisor, a plan for professional growth. Maintains a reliable attendance record. Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS
•None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement. Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking. Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working. Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids. Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.
WORKING CONDITIONS
•Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting. Occasional meetings outside the school day. Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
•Per Board Policies and the UEA Master Contract. Performance evaluated per Board Policy and the Professional Growth Assessment Plan. 2026-27 school year until full-time position is filled.
