Special Education Teacher

Job Summary: To provide students with a daily and ongoing instructional program that will provide for them the best possible academic knowledge and skills. To help pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education according to the guidelines outlined in each student’s Individual Education Plan. Qualifications ▪ Requires Exceptional Child Education Certificate or the ability to obtain one within three (3) years. ▪ Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, and effective classroom management ▪ Strong background in behavior management, curriculum, and writing and implementing Individualized Education Plans ▪ Strong background in federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to special education ▪ Ability to lift up to forty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds ▪ Knowledge of the diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices ▪ The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities ▪ Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations ▪ Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods ▪ Strong background in curriculum and the Idaho Core Standards ▪ Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction and in creating and completing required reports ▪ Ability to maintain a positive learning environment ▪ Work well with students, staff, and the public ▪ Excellent organizational skills ▪ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills ▪ Able to work under deadlines ▪ Maintain confidentiality of staff and students ▪ Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening. Salary: Contingent based on education and experience. 2024-2025 Certified Salary Schedule: https://orofinojsd171.schoolinsites.com/salaryschedules Benefits: Employee medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage paid 100% by the district. Family benefits paid at 80% coverage. $20,000 employee life insurance and $2,000 dependent life insurance paid by the district. Eligible for PERSI retirement. Closing Date: April 10, 2025 Start Date: August 13, 2025 Daily Schedule: Four day school week with periodic Friday work days Direct Inquiries: Rebecca Kosinski, Principal: 208-476-5557 or kosinskir@jsd171.org Cody Weddle, Special Education Director: 208-476-0412 or weddlec@jsd171.org Applications Available: https://orofinojsd171.schoolinsites.com/employmentopportunities (select Certified Application) Email- hr@jsd171.org Central Office- 1145 Riverside Ave. Orofino, ID 83544 Please return application materials to Human Resources- hr@jsd171.org EOE/AA EMPLOYER VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

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