Elementary Special Education Teacher

KIPP•St. Louis, MO

15h•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP St. Louis is seeking dedicated and student-centered Special Education Teachers to support students with diverse learning needs across our elementary and secondary schools. Opportunities may include Resource and Self-Contained classrooms. Special Education Teachers are responsible for delivering individualized instruction, managing special education compliance requirements, collaborating with families and staff, and ensuring all students receive the support necessary to achieve academic success. The ideal candidate believes all students can learn at high levels and is committed to providing equitable educational opportunities for every child.

Requirements

Experience managing IEPs, maintaining accurate documentation, and meeting compliance deadlines while collaborating effectively with families and service providers.
A demonstrated ability to adapt lessons, interventions, and accommodations to meet the diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students.
Strong systems for balancing multiple priorities, including instruction, progress monitoring, meetings, documentation, and communication, while consistently meeting deadlines.
A track record of using assessment and progress-monitoring data to make instructional decisions that lead to measurable student growth and achievement.
Deep understanding of IDEA requirements, DESE regulations, and how to write and implement legally compliant, high-quality IEPs.
Expertise in designing and delivering differentiated, scaffolded instruction aligned to grade-level standards across self-contained and/or resource settings.
Strong knowledge of how to use formative and summative data to track student progress, adjust instruction, and ensure measurable growth toward IEP goals.
Bachelor's Degree
Valid Missouri Special Education certification OR eligibility to obtain Missouri Special Education certification
Early Childhood Special Education (Birth–Grade 3), Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical K–12, or other Missouri Special Education certifications preferred based on assignment needs
Candidates pursuing certification through an approved alternative certification program, Temporary Authorization Certificate (TAC), provisional pathway, or reciprocal state certification are encouraged to apply

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in Special Education
Prior experience as a Special Education teacher
Knowledge of how to write IEP’s and hold IEP meetings

Responsibilities

Prepare for and facilitate IEP meetings
Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with DESE and federal regulations
Maintain accurate and timely special education records, documentation, and progress monitoring data
Adapt and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction based on students' individual needs
Collaborate with general education teachers, service providers, and families to ensure student success
Utilize assessment and student performance data to inform instructional decisions and intervention planning
Provide students with frequent, actionable feedback and individualized support
Support students in developing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills

Benefits

$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 14.5% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony, christmas party, and more!
Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer
Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10 year financial rewards
Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave
Paid parental leave for new families
Paid holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)
Weekly coaching sessions
Weekly school-based professional development
Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers