High School Special Education Transitions Teacher (4+ Program)

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

DMPS is seeking a special education endorsed teacher for the 26-27 school year at our 4+ program housed at Central Campus. This position will focus on student transitions, supporting students ages 19-21 as they focus on living, learning, and working toward post-secondary goals.

Requirements

Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment).
Demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communications.
WEC endorsement or willingness to obtain such.

Nice To Haves

Applicants with a 5-12 Strat 1 endorsement are welcome to apply, but Strat 2 BD or ID are preferred.
Experience in an urban school district
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards, that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve learning.
Participate in building and district professional learning communities to plan for instruction, analyze data, and create assessments.
Work with colleagues to make accommodations to instruction and curriculum to meet the learning needs of student with IEPs.
Monitor student learning on a daily basis.
Use multiple data points to guide and individualize instruction.
Communicate with families on a regular basis.
Participate in professional development.
Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards
Maintain confidentiality.
Attend work promptly and on a regular basis.
Maintain a satisfactory working relationship with staff, students, and families.
Assist with other duties as needed to maintain a safe and orderly school.