Anticipated Special Education Teacher (Strategist II: ID)

North Scott High School is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher- Strategish II: ID for the 2025-26 school year. Apply today to join our team!

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Iowa Teacher Certificate
2. Appropriate Special Education Endorsement(s) Instructions Strategist II ID

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
2. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
3. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
4. Prepares for classes assigned and shows lesson plans, evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
5. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
6. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of Standards and Benchmarks and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students.
7. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
8. Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
9. Assesses the accomplishment of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
10. Assess the learning strengths and weaknesses.
11. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
12. Maintains accurate and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
13. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student procedures and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
14. Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable and contractual terms.
15. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, provides input to their job performance.
16. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
17. Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.

Standard 1 

Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for 

implementation of the school district's student achievement goals. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Provides multiple forms of evidence of student learning and growth to students, families, and staff. 
2. Implements strategies supporting student, building, and district goals. 
3. Uses student performance data as a guide for decision making. 
4. Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student. 
5. Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport, and fairness. 
6. Participates in and contributes to a school culture that focuses on improved student  learning. 
7. Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and communities effectively and  accurately. 

Standard 2 

Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Understands and uses key concepts, underlying themes, relationships, and different  perspectives related to the content area. 
2. Uses knowledge of student development to make learning experiences in the content area meaningful and accessible for every student. 
3. Relates ideas and information within and across content areas. 
4. Understands and uses instructional strategies that are appropriate to the content area. 

Standard 3 

Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Uses student achievement data, local standards, and the district curriculum in planning for instruction.
2. Sets and communicates high expectations for social, behavioral, and academic success of all students. 
3. Uses student's developmental needs, backgrounds, and interests in planning for  instruction. 
4. Selects strategies to engage all students in learning. 
5. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the development and sequencing of instruction. 

Standard 4 

Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Aligns classroom instruction with local standards and district curriculum. 
2. Uses research-based instructional strategies that address the full range of cognitive levels. 
3. Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adjusting instruction to meet student needs. 
4. Engages students in varied experiences that meet diverse needs and promote social, emotional, and academic growth. 
5. Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests in the instructional process. 
6. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the delivery of instruction. 

Standard 5 

Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Aligns classroom assessment with instruction. 
2. Communicates assessment criteria and standards to all students and parents. 
3. Understands and uses the results of multiple assessments to guide planning and instruction. 
4. Guides students in goal setting and assessing their own learning. 
5. Provides substantive, timely, and constructive feedback to students and parents. 
6. Works with other staff and building and district leadership in analysis of student progress. 

Standard 6 

Demonstrates competence in classroom management. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Creates a learning community that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-regulation for every student. 
2. Establishes, communicates, models, and maintains standards of responsible student behavior. 
3. Develops and implements classroom procedures and routines that support high expectations for student learning. 
4. Uses instructional time effectively to maximize student achievement. 
5. Creates a safe and purposeful learning environment. 

Standard 7 

Engages in professional growth. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Demonstrates habits and skills of continuous inquiry and learning. 
2. Works collaboratively to improve professional practice and student learning. 
3. Applies research, knowledge, and skills from professional development opportunities to improve practice. 
4. Establishes and implements professional development plans based upon the teacher's needs aligned to the Iowa teaching standards and district/building student achievement goals. 
5. Provides an analysis of student learning and growth based on teacher created tests and authentic measures as well as any standardized and district-wide tests. 

Standard 8 

Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district. 

Criteria 

The teacher: 

1. Adheres to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations. 
2. Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as defined by state law and district policy. 
3. Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals. 
4. Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff. 
5. Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning.