Special Education Strat I Teacher

Special Education Strat I Teacher West Des Moines Community Schools

VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

- West Des Moines, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs, and West Des Moines Community Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5667839

Application Deadline:

May 08, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 11, 2026 Job Description

Address:

3650 Woodland Avenue, West Des Moines, IA State of Iowa teaching license with 5-12

Instructional Strategist I:

Mild/Moderate endorsement required. Candidate will need to complete both written and physical components of Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI) training provided by district upon hire.

Qualifications:

A. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of and enthusiasm to work with students at the designated level. Ability to create and maintain healthy relationships with students, staff, parents and community. Ability to provide instruction to effectively meet the needs of all students. Ability to effectively implement multiple teaching methods (co-teaching, small group, differentiation, etc). Knowledge and ability to implement the Iowa Teaching Standards. Knowledge of special education, section 504 and MTSS process. Ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to effectively use technology for instruction, communication and data management. Ability to effectively engage in professional growth individually and with collaborative teams. Ability to implement federal, state and district goals with students. Knowledge of Federal, State and Department of Iowa regulations. Knowledge of Federal rights, Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrates effective implementation of the Iowa Teaching Standards. Meets district standards as set forth in the Certified Staff Professional Growth Model Guidelines. Perform all trainings as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Application Procedure:

Please submit the following information with your application: Cover letter Resume Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if selected for a position.) Iowa Teaching License (When available)

Selection Procedure:

Applicants with completed applications will be screened for the interview process. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a call or email from the person involved with the hiring process. You will receive an email notification if you are not selected for an interview. Applicants will receive a confirmation email stating their application is complete. AA/EEO Employer

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$52,027 Per Year