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Special Education Teacher in Florissant, MO
Job Description
Category Schools - Special Education Teacher Job Type Contract Step into a role that truly impacts students' lives as a Special Education Teacher. Two full-time contract opportunities are open for the full 2026-2027 academic year, offering you the chance to make a difference each day. You'll work closely with students in a supportive environment, tailoring instruction to their unique needs and collaborating with a dedicated team of educators. Here's what you'll bring to the table: Valid certification in Special Education Proven experience or strong engagement with students with diverse learning needs Ability to develop, adapt, and deliver effective lesson plans weekly Expertise in creating, implementing, and tracking Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Team-player mentality with strong communication and organizational skills Comfort with data collection and progress monitoring three times annually Readiness to participate actively in Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings and ongoing district/professional development Your primary daily responsibilities will include: Providing instruction to a caseload of up to 12-24 students, divided between morning and afternoon sessions Integrating IEP goals into classroom activities every day Following a prescribed curriculum while adapting to individual student needs Creating and implementing IEPs, scheduling and leading meetings with the IEP team Thoroughly reporting on both curriculum and goal progress three times each year Participating in PLC and professional development sessions Other duties as assigned by the program You'll work a consistent schedule, 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch, from August 17, 2026, through May 28, 2027 (with some flexibility for snow days). If you have a passion for helping every student succeed and are seeking a rewarding career in special education, we encourage you to apply today and start making a meaningful difference next school year! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
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What they do
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.
$64,281 / year median in Missouri
+6% projected growth