Special Education Teacher - Junior High

Prairie Grove School District is seeking Special Education Teacher to join our dedicated team for the 2025-26 school year!

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives, follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Department of Education, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Assess student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work with other members of staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides(s) and/or volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Complete 36 hours of professional development per school year.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation of performance and professional growth

Policy Implementation

• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees, as requested.
• Other tasks/duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise assigned paraprofessionals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Valid Arkansas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject/level assigned.
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.

Experience:

• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs and possess the required skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Special Education Teacher at Prairie Grove!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $61,746.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

License/Certification:

• Arkansas Teaching License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Prairie Grove, AR 72753 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $61,746