What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Special Education Instructor - Red Trail position at Mandan Public Schools?
Special Education Instructor
2025-2026 School Year; 100% FTE
Salary: Starting $53,800 for Bachelors degree; starting $55,322 for Master's degree. Full benefit package included.
Compensation is based on applicable experience. (Salary based on 2023-2025 Negotiated Rates; 2025-2027 Negotiated Rates are yet to be Determined)
Position Summary:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Mandan Public Schools is currently seeking a Special Education Instructor. This position will provide support and instruction to students having academic, physical, and/or behavioral needs.
Essential Functions:
- Use individualized positive behavior reinforcement and instruction techniques to keep students on the path toward greatness.
- Create and execute individual education plans for each of the students in your care.
- Communicate with other staff and family members about each student’s progress and programing needs.
- Lead or participate in IEP (individual education plan) meetings as scheduled .
- Invite family members to participate in each student’s educational progress.
- Create and distribute progress reports.
- Create a safe, productive classroom environment.
Qualifications:
Must hold appropriate license from the ND Education Standards and Practices Board with a Special Education Endorsement or eligible for a plan on file.
Application Procedures
Please attach a resume to your electronic application. All application material must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Application form and resume should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.
Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.
A state and federal background check will be conducted on the final candidate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $53,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Mandan, ND 58554 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mandan, ND 58554: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $53,800
