Special Education Teacher (Strategist I)

Special Education Teacher (Strategist I) Clear Creek Amana CSD Clear Creek Amana CSD - Oxford, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details

Job ID:

5697190

Application Deadline:

Jun 05, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

CLEAR CREEK AMANA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB

DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

Special Education Teacher

LOCATION

Clear Creek Elementary

REPORTS TO

Principal or Designee

SUPERVISES

N/A

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides instruction in the curricular areas to students in the elementary school.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Terms and conditions as established by the Board of Education.

QUALIFICATIONS

Iowa License

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops and implements programming associated with core curriculum and behavioral skills to be delivered in a classroom setting for assigned students. Implements the district curriculum, standards and benchmarks. (This may include functional academic skills, communication skills, daily living skills, work skills, recreation/leisure skills and extended benchmarks for some assignments). Assists in planning and delivery of social/emotional/behavioral school-wide programming. Collaborates with the administration, school counselor, staff, parents and students on matters pertaining to academic achievement and social/emotional/behavioral goals. Maintains appropriate records and protects the confidentiality of data. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of and ability to implement all facets of the IEP process. Meets the 8 Iowa Teaching Standards and 43 criteria on a consistent basis. Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis. Develops and maintains knowledge base of effective/promising practices pertaining to assigned students. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION and or

EXPERIENCE

; Bachelor's degree in Education, K-8 special education endorsement: Strategist I required Experience in teaching preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journals, and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and communications to students, colleagues, parents, and staff. Ability to effectively present information orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff, and students. Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals, and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these mathematical concepts.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS

Believes that every student can attain high levels of learning. Ability to work together with a team to meet the needs of every student. Takes responsibility for the learning of students and his/her own performance. Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all children. Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and processes. Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team. Excited to take on new educational challenges. Utilizes effective interpersonal skills. Works with great integrity. Regular and prompt attendance. OTHER SKILLS and

ABILITIES

Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational Goals of the District. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and boxes. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors on when supervising students outside of the classroom. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the American Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Clear Creek Amana School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation or gender identity. Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://ccaschools.mysmarthire.com/jobs/29520-5810.html

Position Type:

Full-time